At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with additional learning needs and help them thrive in a positive environment.
- Company: Inclusive school in Mangotsfield dedicated to nurturing every child's unique potential.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, ongoing support, and opportunities for professional development.
- Other info: Flexible roles with potential for long-term placements and permanent contracts.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while gaining valuable experience in education.
- Qualifications: Passion for helping children, strong communication skills, and a positive attitude.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 33483 £ per year.
Protocol Education are recruiting on behalf of an inclusive school in Mangotsfield seeking dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to support pupils with additional learning needs. These rewarding positions involve working closely with children who require extra support to access education, build confidence, and develop essential life skills. Every day presents new opportunities to make a meaningful impact on a child's educational journey.
Whether you're an experienced SEN professional or looking to build a career in education, psychology, therapy, or child development, this role offers valuable experience within supportive school environments.
What You'll Be Doing
- Supporting a pupil with autism to engage successfully in classroom activities.
- Helping students develop communication, social, and emotional skills.
- Delivering targeted intervention sessions under the guidance of teaching staff.
- Using visual aids, sensory resources, and structured routines to support learning.
- Encouraging independence and celebrating individual achievements.
- Assisting pupils during lessons, breaktimes, and transitions throughout the school day.
- Helping create a calm, positive, and inclusive learning environment.
About the School
Our partner school caters for pupils aged 3-11 with a range of special educational needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), communication and interaction difficulties, and moderate learning needs. The school is based in Mangotsfield. The school prides itself on its child-centred approach, recognizing that every learner is unique. With small class sizes, specialist facilities, and a highly experienced staff team, the school creates an environment where pupils feel safe, supported, and motivated to succeed.
What We're Looking For
- A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude.
- The ability to build trust and positive relationships with pupils.
- Experience in education, childcare, care work, support work, youth services, or similar fields (desirable but not essential).
- A willingness to learn and develop within a specialist educational environment.
Why Join Through Protocol Education?
- Access to a wide range of SEN opportunities across Bristol.
- Long-term placements with the possibility of permanent contracts.
- Ongoing support from experienced education consultants.
- Opportunities to gain valuable SEND experience and specialist training.
- Competitive rates of pay and regular work opportunities.
Safeguarding
Protocol Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will require an Enhanced Child Only DBS on the Update Service, referencing and safeguarding checks.
Benefits
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. We offer online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.
SEN Teaching Assistant - Mangotsfield in Bristol employer: Protocol Education Ltd
Protocol Education is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture for SEN Teaching Assistants in Mangotsfield. With access to ongoing training, competitive pay, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children's lives, employees can thrive in a nurturing environment that values their contributions and fosters professional growth.
