SEN Teaching Assistant Jobs in South West England

Affinity Partnerships is working with Briarwood School in Fishponds to recruit dedicated, caring and passionate SEN Teaching Assistants. We're proud to be recruiting on behalf of the OFSTED Outstanding Special School, offering fantastic opportunities to work in a specialist SEN setting supporting children and young people aged 3-19 with autism, severe learning difficulties, and complex needs. Due to rapid growth, the school is recruiting for several Teaching Assistants roles on a permanent basi…

1:1 Support | BS8 Bristol | Full Time | September Start We are looking for dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants to take on full time 1:1 support roles in the BS8 area. These positions start in September and involve working closely with individual children with special educational needs who require tailored support to thrive in their learning. What You Will Be Doing: - Providing dedicated 1:1 SEN support to a child with additional needs such as Autism (ASD), ADHD, SEMH, speech and…

Help Pupils Reach Their Full Potential Teaching Personnel is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming specialist education setting in the Devizes area. Beginning in September 2026 , with flexibility for an earlier start, this full-time position offers the opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of children and young people with additional learning needs. We are searching for someone who already has experience supporting pupils within an SEN environment and who can confidently step into the classroom from day one. If you're passionate about inclusive education and committed to helping every learner succeed, we'd love to hear from you. The Role Working alongside teachers and a wider multidisciplinary team, you'll provide tailored support that encourages engagement, independence and personal development. • Providing one-to-one and small-group classroom support. • Assisting with personalised learning programmes. • Encouraging positive communication and social interaction. • Supporting pupils with a variety of additional needs, including autism, speech and language difficulties, and social, emotional and mental health needs. • Implementing behaviour support strategies consistently. • Preparing learning resources and adapting classroom activities. • Monitoring pupil engagement and contributing to progress records. • Promoting a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment. • Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists and families where appropriate. What You'll Bring • Previous experience working within SEN or specialist education. • A calm, patient and resilient approach. • Excellent communication and teamwork skills. • Confidence managing challenging situations positively. • The ability to build meaningful relationships with pupils. • A proactive attitude and willingness to contribute across the school community. • The confidence to hit the ground running with minimal guidance. Benefits of Joining Teaching Personnel • Competitive weekly PAYE pay. • A dedicated education consultant offering ongoing support. • Access to exclusive long-term and permanent vacancies. • Free and discounted CPD training. • Pension contributions. • Opportunities to develop your career within specialist education. • A smooth registration process from application through to placement. • Continued guidance throughout your assignment. If you're an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next rewarding opportunity from September 2026 , with the option to start earlier, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or call and ask for Himaya to discuss this exciting opportunity. 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.

SEN Teaching Assistant – Supply Work (Part-Time) Templecombe Area | September 2026 Start | £14.25 per Hour Are you an experienced SEN professional seeking flexible employment that allows you to make a meaningful difference while maintaining work-life balance? Teaching Personnel is recruiting dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to provide ad-hoc cover across a variety of specialist education settings in the Templecombe area. These positions are ideal for individuals who thrive in dynamic environme…

KS1 - KS4 SEN Teacher Flexible working Working in various SEN & SEMH schools across Cornwall Experience with SEN/SEMH Proactive individual Looking to make a difference Job Title: KS1 – KS4 SEN Teaching Assistant Location: Across Cornwall Working Pattern: Flexible Teaching Personnel are delighted to share that we’ve been selected by a large Multi Academy Trust covering schools across Cornwall and Devon to provide their supply and staffing support. Teaching Personnel is one of the approved agenci…

SEN Teaching Assistant (1:1 Support – Year 4) Full-Time | September Start We are seeking a dedicated, caring, and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join our supportive team from September on a full-time basis. This rewarding role involves providing 1:1 support for a Year 4 pupil with additional learning needs, helping them to access the curriculum, build confidence, and achieve their full potential within the classroom. Key Responsibilities Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a Year 4 pupil …

SEN Teaching Assistant, Primary School, Bristol Every child deserves someone who believes in them. Could that be you? We're looking for a caring and committed SEN Teaching Assistant to join a friendly primary school in Bristol . If you have experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs and love helping young people grow in confidence, this could be the perfect role for you. No two days are the same. One moment you'll be celebrating a breakthrough in the classroom, the next you'l…

Special Needs Teaching Assistant Location: Poole, Dorset Salary: £14.24 PER HOUR Start Date: ASAP Contract Type: Full-Time Hours: 8.45am to 3.45pm – 5 days per week Are you a patient, compassionate, and dedicated individual passionate about supporting children with Special Needs? GSL Education are seeking a committed Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive school community in Poole , starting ASAP. As a Teaching Assistant , you will play a key role in supporting pupils with severe …

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant Location: Bournemouth Salary: £92-98 per day Contract: Full-Time (Temporary to Permanent options) Are you energetic, creative, and ready to make a real difference? Join an "Outstanding" environment in Bournemouth where play, sensory exploration, and specialized care come together. We are seeking a Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional needs within a mainstream primary school. The Role: This isn't your typical class…

SEN Teaching Assistant Yeovil | Part-Time Supply Opportunities | September 2026 Start Flexible SEND Work Across Multiple Specialist Provisions Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for flexible work that fits around your existing commitments while allowing you to make a genuine difference? Teaching Personnel is recruiting skilled and dependable SEN Teaching Assistants to provide part-time supply cover across a number of specialist educational provisions in the Yeovil area. These…

SEN Teaching Assistant – Full Time (Poole) September or October Start Available £93 – £100 per day (depending on experience) Term Time Only | Monday to Friday | 8:30am – 3:30pm GSL Education are proud to be working in partnership with a highly supportive and inclusive SEN school in Poole, seeking a dedicated and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about making a genuine difference in the lives of childr…

Experienced SEN Teaching Assistants – Join Teaching Personnel This September! Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next rewarding role? At Teaching Personnel , we're proud to be working with some of the most welcoming and supportive mainstream primary schools, and one of our lovely partner schools is looking for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join them this September. This is your chance to make a real difference to a child's education while being supported ever…

SEN Teaching Assistant - Bridgwater September Start | Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available Location: Bridgwater Salary: £92.59 - £130.35 per day (depending on experience) Job Type: Full-time / Part-time Start Date: September 2026 Are you a compassionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding opportunity in Bridgwater? We are seeking enthusiastic individuals to support pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) across a range of welcoming and supportive school set…

SEN Teaching Assistant – Swindon (SN1) Do you have a passion for supporting children with additional needs and helping them reach their full potential? Protocol Education is currently recruiting a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school in Swindon (SN1) . This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about making a positive impact on the learning, development, and wellbeing of children with Special Educational Needs. The successful candidat…

SEN Teaching Assistant – Grade 3 (Part Time Mornings) Would you like to work in a motivating, rewarding and fulfilling school community, where children are encouraged to challenge themselves, grow and flourish? Reed is recruiting on behalf of a successful and popular Church of England primary school. The school is proud of its committed and professional staff team, who work together to provide high-quality learning opportunities within a nurturing, caring and distinctly Christian ethos. Their vision, “Growing together, becoming all we are created to be,” underpins everything they do and is reflected through their core values of Forgiveness, Aspire, Compassion and Engage . These values shape relationships, learning and a strong commitment to every child’s personal and academic development. The Role The Governors are seeking to appoint an experienced and motivated Grade 3 SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils’ learning, predominantly in Year 5 and Year 6 , with flexibility to work in Years 3 and 4 as required. • Hours: 5 mornings per week (8:35am – 12:30pm) • Contract: Fixed term until 21 July 2027 (end of summer term), with potential extension subject to funding This role involves providing targeted support for pupils with special educational needs , helping them access learning, develop confidence and make progress within a supportive classroom environment. We Are Looking For Someone Who Is: • Passionate about supporting children to achieve their full potential • Compassionate, calm and patient • Able to work both independently and as part of a team • Skilled in creating engaging and inclusive learning activities • Professional when working with colleagues, parents and external agencies • Dedicated, positive and reliable Key Responsibilities: • Provide tailored support for pupils, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) • Support pupils’ learning through planned interventions to raise attainment and progress • Assist in monitoring and recording pupil progress in line with SENDCo and Senior Leadership guidance • Observe and evaluate pupils’ responses to learning activities • Support behaviour management and pupil wellbeing • Supervise pupils during breaks and movement around the school • Plan and deliver small group activities • Complete intervention records and required documentation • Apply the National Teaching Assistant Standards within daily practice The School Offers: • Motivated pupils who demonstrate excellent behaviour and a love of learning • A highly skilled, supportive and collaborative staff team • A rich, engaging curriculum • A forward-thinking Senior Leadership Team with a strong focus on professional development Full job description and application details are available upon request.

SEN Teaching Assistant BS24 1 to 1 work Full-TIme September start Are you someone with experience working with children with SEND? A Primary School in the BS24 area of North Somerset are currently looking for a Learning Support Assistant to support a Year 1 Child who has SEMH and Speech and Language needs. You will be joining a school who are dedicated to achieving consistently high standards of support, which has resulted in a driven approach to education and an improvement in primary results.…

1 to 1 LSA Full-Time BS4 September Start A Primary School in the BS4 area of South Bristol is seeking a Teaching Assistant to work 1 to 1 with a Reception pupil who has ASD needs. This School is part of a large School Trust who aspire to treat everyone inclusively and provide a holistic approach to their curriculum. The staff create a happy, stimulating and caring learning environment where children are encouraged to challenge themselves and take risks. The Role You will have the opportunity to…

SEN Teaching Assistant - Mainstream Primary School | North Bristol (BS16) Location: North Bristol (BS16) Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm (Term Time Only) Pay: £90-£105 per day (PAYE) Contract: Full-time, Long-term with the potential to become permanent Start Date: September 2026 / ASAP Tradewind Recruitment are working in partnership with a highly regarded Junior School in North Bristol , part of a well-respected local academy trust, to recruit a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to joi…

SEN Teaching Assistant - Mainstream Primary School | North Bristol (BS16) Location: North Bristol (BS16) Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm (Term Time Only) Pay: £90-£105 per day (PAYE) Contract: Full-time, Long-term with the potential to become permanent Start Date: September 2026 / ASAP Tradewind Recruitment are working in partnership with a highly regarded Junior School in North Bristol , part of a well-respected local academy trust, to recruit a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to joi…

SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant (Full-Time) Location: Poole, Dorset Start Date: September 2026 Contract: Full-Time | Term Time Only Pay: Competitive weekly PAYE pay, dependent on experience Join Teaching Personnel and Make a Difference Teaching Personnel is seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant to work full-time from September in one of our welcoming partner infant schools in Poole . This rewarding role involves providing dedicated one-to-one support for a child with an Ed…

Job Title: Teaching Assistants to join Reach South Trust Bank - Full time and Part Time Roles Company Overview: The Supply Register are a managed service working in partnership with Reach South Trust/Transforming Futures Academy. We are currently seeking dedicated and adaptable Teaching Assistants to join our team on a temporary basis to cover short-term absences and provide valuable support to our students and teachers. Position Overview: As a teaching Assistant, you will work closely with cla…

SEN Teaching Assistant Location: Trowbridge Pay Rate: £90 - £100 per day (subject to experience and qualifications). Hours: This role is both full-time and part-time and during school hours, term-time only. Hanson Recruitment are working with many schools in the South-West and are currently looking to recruit SEN Teaching Assistants to work in Trowbridge schools. We currently have multiple roles for SEN Teaching assistants with special educations needs experience. We offer flexible and well-pai…

SEN TA with Autism Experience Location: Bath Pay Rate: £90 - £100 per day (subject to experience and qualifications). Hours: This role is both full-time and part-time and during school hours, term-time only. We are working with many reputable SEN schools across the South-West who require teachers, teaching assistants, and cover supervisors. We are currently hiring for a teaching assistant with SEN experience, particularly experience specialising in Autism. The role will involve providing suppor…

SEN TA with Autism Experience Location: Bristol Pay Rate: £90 - £100 per day (subject to experience and qualifications). Hours: This role is both full-time and part-time and during school hours, term-time only. We are working with many reputable SEN schools across the South-West who require teachers, teaching assistants, and cover supervisors. We are currently hiring for a teaching assistant with SEN experience, particularly experience specialising in Autism. The role will involve providing sup…