SEND Teaching Assistant

Affinity Workforce Solutions are proud to be working in partnership with Futura Learning Partnership Trust Primary Schools across North Somerset. Due to growing demand, we are seeking dedicated and enthusiastic SEND Teaching Assistants to support pupils in schools across Clevedon, Bridgwater, Weston-super-Mare, and surrounding areas.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join welcoming and inclusive school environments where you can make a genuine difference to the lives of children with additional needs.

About the Role

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and SENCOs to provide tailored support for pupils with a range of needs, helping them access learning, build confidence, and achieve their full potential.

You may be supporting children on a one-to-one basis, within small group interventions, or as part of a classroom team.

You will support pupils with:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
• ADHD
• Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs (SEMH)
• Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)
• Complex and Additional Learning Needs

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils with SEND.
• Support learning activities inside and outside the classroom.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils.
• Implement individual education and behaviour support plans.
• Encourage engagement, independence, and confidence.
• Support social, emotional, and behavioural development.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and wider school staff.
• Create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.

The Ideal Candidate

To be considered for this role, you must have previous experience working with children who have Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

We are looking for individuals who:

• Have proven experience supporting children with SEND.
• Are patient, caring, and resilient.
• Have strong behaviour management and communication skills.
• Can build positive relationships with children and staff.
• Are passionate about inclusive education.
• Can adapt their approach to meet individual pupil needs.
• Work effectively as part of a wider school team.

Experience within schools is highly desirable, although we also welcome applications from candidates with relevant experience in:

• Care settings
• Youth work
• Support work
• Residential childcare
• Health and social care
• Psychology-related roles

What We Offer

• Competitive daily pay rates of £92.59 - £118.50 per day
• Flexible working opportunities
• Daily supply, short-term and long-term assignments
• Potential permanent opportunities within Futura Learning Partnership Trust schools
• Dedicated support from a specialist education consultant
• Ongoing training and professional development
• A simple and efficient registration process
• The chance to make a lasting impact on children's educational journeys

Apply Today

If you have experience supporting children with SEND and are passionate about helping young people thrive, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to be considered for exciting opportunities across Clevedon, Bridgwater, Weston-super-Mare, and surrounding North Somerset areas.

Affinity Workforce Solutions is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All pay rates quoted are inclusive of rolled-up holiday pay.

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