Full-Time | Term-Time Only | Long-Term Opportunity
For Experienced TAs, SEN Practitioners & Relevant Graduates
We are working closely with a supportive school in Bristol to recruit a Specialist SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with complex additional needs, including Autism, communication differences, and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
This role is suited to candidates who already have hands-on experience working with children or young people, particularly in SEN, care, education, or behaviour-focused environments, and who are looking for a meaningful, long-term position where their skills are genuinely valued.
You will be working closely with pupils who require consistent, skilled and relationship‑led support to access learning and regulate their emotions. Support may take place 1:1 or in small groups, both in and out of the classroom.
Pupils may present with:
- Autism (ASC) and communication needs
- Complex learning needs
- SEMH and emotional regulation difficulties
- Sensory processing differences
- Behaviour linked to unmet needs or anxiety
This is a specialist support position for someone confident, reflective and child‑centred in their approach.
- Provide targeted 1:1 and small‑group support for pupils with complex needs
- Build strong, trusting relationships that promote safety, engagement and progress
- Support emotional regulation, behaviour strategies and positive routines
- Assist pupils in accessing learning in a way that works for them
- Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and external professionals
- Follow and contribute to EHCP targets, behaviour plans and support strategies
- Promote independence, resilience and confidence
- Help maintain a calm, structured and inclusive learning environment
This role is ideal for candidates who have real, relevant experience, such as:
- SEN Teaching Assistants or Learning Support Assistants
- Support Workers or Care Practitioners (children or young people)
- Behaviour Mentors or SEMH support staff
- Residential or community-based support roles
- Youth workers or pastoral support practitioners
We also welcome recent graduates (e.g. Psychology, Education, Criminology, Health & Social Care) who have experience working with children or young people in a meaningful capacity.
This role is not suitable for candidates with no relevant experience.
- Proven experience supporting children or young people (school, care or support settings)
- Confidence supporting behaviour, emotional needs or complex SEN
- Calm, consistent and emotionally intelligent approach
- Strong communication and relationship‑building skills
- Ability to work proactively and as part of a team
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
- Experience supporting Autism or SEMH
- Knowledge of trauma‑informed or neurodiversity‑affirming practice
- Team Teach or behaviour support training
- Experience working with EHCPs
- A long‑term interest in SEN or specialist education
- Competitive weekly pay via PAYE (no umbrella deductions)
- Long‑term stability in a supportive school setting
- Access to SEN‑focused CPD (Autism, SEMH, behaviour support, safeguarding)
- Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant who understands SEN roles
- Opportunity to develop specialist skills and progress within SEN education
- A genuinely rewarding role where your experience makes a daily difference
This position is ideal if you are:
- Experienced and want your skillset to be pro
