At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with Autism and learning needs in a positive, inclusive environment.
- Company: Specialist education setting in Bristol focused on compassionate care.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, ongoing support, and access to professional development training.
- Other info: Join a supportive team and enjoy a fulfilling career path.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of young learners while growing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in care, youth work, or education; passion for supporting neurodiverse learners.
Location: Bristol
Hours: Full Time, Monday-Friday (term time)
Pay: £92.60 - £105 per day
About the Role
We are seeking a compassionate, patient and proactive Positive Behaviour Assistant to join a specialist education setting in Bristol on a full time basis from September. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about supporting children and young people with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), additional learning needs, and behavioural challenges.
The ideal candidate will bring a positive mindset and relevant experience from a teaching assistant background, care, youth work, psychology or education studies, sports coaching, or other people-focused roles.
What You'll Be Doing
- Provide 1:1 and small group support for children with ASC and other Special Educational Needs
- Help implement tailored learning plans and behaviour intervention strategies
- Support emotional regulation, communication skills and social interaction
- Use Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) techniques under the guidance of senior practitioners
- Help maintain a calm, safe and inclusive learning environment
- Work closely with teachers, therapists and wider support teams
- Encourage confidence, independence and positive outcomes for each learner
What We’re Looking For
- Patience, empathy, resilience and a positive, proactive approach
- Experience from care, youth support, psychology or education courses, sports coaching, or similar roles
- A genuine passion for supporting autistic and neurodiverse learners
- Strong communication skills and the ability to build trusting relationships
- The ability to remain calm and supportive during challenging moments
- A willingness to learn, develop and progress within the role
- Reliability, teamwork and professionalism
- A qualification is desirable but not essential
- DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain)
What We Offer
- Competitive weekly pay, based on experience
- Ongoing support from your dedicated consultant
- Access to Teaching Personnel's CPD Academy for further training
- Easy-to-use digital tools for admin and communication
- The opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a supportive specialist team
Positive Behaviour Teaching Assistant - Bristol employer: Teaching Personnel
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