Sen Teaching Assistant

Job description

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

Location: Bristol, Bath & Weston-super-MareContract: Full-time, term time onlyPay: £92–£100 per day

Secure Your September 2026 Role Now Are you looking for a role where your presence truly matters? We are now recruiting compassionate and dependable individuals to provide 1:1 support for pupils with Autism (ASD) and behavioural needs in schools across Bristol, Bath, and Weston-super-Mare.

With high demand already building, now is the perfect time to apply and secure your place for September 2026 starts.

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

About the RoleStart Date: September 2026 (apply now to secure your role)Schedule: Monday to Friday, term time only Hours: Typically 8:30am–3:30pm (may vary by school)Progression: Opportunity for a permanent contract

Your Responsibilities 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

About You 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

Why Join Teaching Personnel? 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.

Apply now to secure your September 2026 role with your most recent CV(Please note: applications submitted without a CV cannot be considered.)

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.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.Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Bristol

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

Between £92.00 and £100.00 Per Hour

Published at

09-05-2026

Profession type

Training

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English