Sen Teaching Assistant

1:1 SEN Learning Support Assistant - ASD & Behaviour Focus (No Experience Required)

Location: South Bristol
Contract: Full-time, term time only
Pay: £89-£100 per day

Are you looking for a role where your presence truly matters? We are recruiting compassionate and dependable individuals to provide 1:1 support for pupils with Autism (ASD) and behavioural needs in schools across South Bristol.

This rewarding opportunity involves supporting children and young people aged 5-16, helping them feel safe, understood, and confident in their learning environment.

You will primarily support pupils who may experience:
Autism (ASD)
Behavioural and emotional regulation needs
️ Communication and social interaction difficulties
Anxiety and related challenges

No formal qualifications are required - your empathy, patience, and willingness to learn are what matter most

Start Date: ASAP (ongoing throughout the academic year)
Schedule: Monday to Friday, term time only
⏰ Hours: Typically 8:30am-3:30pm (may vary by school)
Progression: Opportunity for a permanent contract

• Deliver dedicated 1:1 support to help pupils access learning
• Support pupils with ASD using structured, consistent approaches
• Help manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour positively
• Work closely with the class teacher to adapt learning activities
• Support pupils in line with their EHCPs
• Build a trusting relationship that promotes safety, routine, and engagement
• Assist with classroom tasks, transitions, and emotional regulation

• Passionate about supporting children and young people
• Calm, patient, and resilient in challenging situations
• Confident communicator with a proactive approach ️
• Interested in autism, behaviour, and inclusive education
• Experience with children is helpful but not essential - full training provided

• Weekly PAYE pay (no umbrella deductions)
• Access to CPD and specialist training (including Team Teach)
• £50 referral bonus for successful recommendations
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

✨ If you're seeking meaningful work where you can positively impact a child's life every day, we'd love to hear from you.

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