Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant
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Location: Bristol
Start Date: January 2027
Salary: £463.12 - £520.00 per week
Contract: Full-time, Long-term
Do you have Team Teach training or a good understanding of de-escalation techniques and positive handling strategies?
Have you supported children, young people or vulnerable adults in education, care, support work or a similar setting?
Are you a calm, compassionate and resilient individual looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in a specialist SEND school?
TeacherActive is proud to be working with a fantastic specialist SEND school in South Bristol, providing a nurturing, inclusive and supportive learning environment for children and young people with complex additional needs, including Autism / ASD, Severe Learning Difficulties / SLD and Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties / PMLD. The school has a warm, welcoming atmosphere and a dedicated team who focus on personalised learning, emotional wellbeing and helping every pupil develop their confidence, communication skills and independence.
The school is looking to appoint a caring and enthusiastic SEND Teaching Assistant on a full-time, long-term basis from January 2027, and welcomes applications from individuals with experience supporting children, young people or vulnerable adults in education, care, residential support or other relevant roles. The successful SEND Teaching Assistant will provide individual and small-group support, using their knowledge of Team Teach, positive behaviour support and de-escalation strategies to help pupils manage emotional dysregulation, feel safe and secure, and engage positively with learning.
The successful SEND Teaching Assistant will have:
Team Teach training, recognised de-escalation / positive handling training, or a good understanding of safe and appropriate behaviour support strategies
Experience supporting children, young people or vulnerable adults within education, healthcare, residential care, support work or a similar environment
Experience supporting individuals with Autism / ASD, complex additional needs, learning disabilities or behaviours that challenge
An understanding of emotional regulation, xgikmsk positive behaviour management and the importance of using de-escalation techniques before physical intervention
A calm, patient and compassionate approach, with the confidence to respond safely and consistently to challenging situations
Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to build positive, trusting relationships and adapt to individual needs
In return for the above you can expect to receive:
A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process and ongoing support
CPD courses, training and certificates through the My-Progression channel, helping you develop your SEND knowledge and behaviour support skills
The opportunity to work i...
SEND Teaching Assistant in Bristol employer: TeacherActive
At TeacherActive, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture that values the contributions of every team member. Our commitment to professional development ensures that our nursery practitioners have ample opportunities for growth and advancement, all while working in the vibrant community of Lymm, where you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of young children in their formative years.
