School Jobs in South West England

SEND Teaching Assistant (Small group intervention) September Permanent SN11 Pay: £100 - £115 per day I am working with a vibrant Primary school located in Wiltshire that is more than just a place where children learn to read and write. It is a place where they are nurtured, where their faith is strengthened, and where they are prepared to be thoughtful, compassionate members of society. They also offer a multitude of ways to get involved with local and school based charitable work. This school …

Corsham, Somerset Part-time 8:30-3:30 £90-100 per day The Role: A Secondary School near Corsham is excited to welcome an SEND TA this new year! As the role is part-time , the school is more than happy to accommodate a varied combination of days for suitable candidates. Successful candidates will be working with children with additional needs and can include SEMH, learning and behavioural difficulties. Therefore, if you are resilient, empathetic and enthusiastic, Long-Term Teachers would love to…

Special Needs Teaching Assistant Location: Poole Salary: £14.24 per hour Start Date: September 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 September. As a Teaching Assistant , you will play a key role in supporting pupils with severe and complex needs, including communication difficulties, sensory processing challenges, physical disabilities, mobility issues, complex needs and other associated needs . You will work closely with teachers, SENCOs, therapists, and support staff to help pupils access learning, develop independence, and feel confident within the school environment. This role is ideal for individuals with experience in autism support, SEN, care, or behavioural support . DUE TO THE AGE RANGE ON SITE ALL APPLICANTS MUST BE HAPPY TO OBTAIN A CHILD AND ADULT WORKFORCE DBS. THIS IS NON NEGOTIABLE AS IT IS A LEGAL REQUIREMENT FOR THE ROLE. Responsibilities: • Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with complex needs. • Support pupils with communication, emotional regulation, and social interaction. • Assist in implementing EHCP targets, behaviour plans, and individual support strategies. • Help create a calm, structured, and inclusive learning environment. • Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals. • Promote pupils’ independence, confidence, and emotional wellbeing. • Follow care plans, safeguarding procedures, and school policies at all times. Requirements: • Previous experience working with children or young people with autism or SEN is desirable. • A calm, patient, and empathetic approach to supporting pupils with additional needs. • Strong communication and teamwork skills. • A positive, flexible, and proactive attitude. To work with GSL Education as an Autism Support Worker, you should: • Have the right to work in the UK. • Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years. • Have an enhanced DBS registered to the update service or be willing to apply for one with GSL Education. Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check. For more information or to register your interest in the “SEN Support Worker” role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.

SEN Teaching Assistant Location: Melksham Job Type: Flexible Supply / Long‑Term / Temp‑to‑Perm Pay: Competitive, paid weekly Affinity Workforce is working in partnership with primary schools and Multi Academy Trust in Melksham , and we are currently recruiting dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants to support pupils with additional needs. We have a high demand for staff, offering both flexible day‑to‑day work and longer‑term placements. Whether you're looking for immediate shifts, …

Are you passionate about helping students reach their full potential? Affinity Workforce Solutions is proud to work with schools that provide inclusive, supportive environments where every student can thrive academically and personally. Our partner schools focus on tailored learning approaches that build confidence, independence, and strong relationships for both pupils and staff. We are currently seeking dedicated educators in the Bristol and Keynsham areas to join these teams. About the Trust…

Make every school day count. Some children just need the right person by their side to help them shine. Could that be you? We're looking for caring, patient and enthusiastic SEND Teaching Assistants to join welcoming schools across Bath and North East Somerset. Whether you've worked in education, care, youth work or support services, your experience could make a real difference to pupils with additional needs. Every day is different. One moment you might be celebrating a child's first breakthro…

SEND Teaching Assistant Location: Chippenham Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 15:30 pm Requirement: Full-time Start Date: ASAP/Sep 2026 Are you ready to make a life-changing impact? Monarch Education is proud to partner with a special needs school in Chippenham, to offer a truly rewarding opportunity for compassionate and dedicated individuals. We're looking for Teaching Assistants who are ready to support children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) , non-verbal communication needs , and Pr…

SEND Teaching Assistant Location: Flexible Pay: Competitive daily rate, paid weekly via PAYE Contract: Full-time, Long-term Start Date: September 2026 Ready to make a real difference this September? Some children need a little extra support to shine. That's where you come in. We're looking for caring, patient, and resilient SEND Teaching Assistants to join welcoming schools this September. If you've spent at least 2 years working in care, additional support, or with children or adults with SEND…

SEND Teaching Assistant - Autism Specialist (Primary School) Location: Bradley Stoke Start Date: September 2026 Contract Type: Full-time | Long-term | Term Time Only Monarch Education is supporting a friendly and inclusive primary school in Bristol , seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join their team in September. The school provides a nurturing, structured environment for children with Autism and additional learning needs, and is committed to helping every pupil grow academically, socially, and emotionally. We're looking for someone who is passionate about supporting young learners and is ready to make a meaningful difference every day. If you're patient, resilient, and enthusiastic about helping children with SEND thrive, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. This role would also suit a support worker, sports coach or recent sports graduate with an interest in working within education. What You'll Be Doing: • Supporting primary-aged pupils with Autism to stay engaged and participate in learning. • Providing 1:1 and small‑group support tailored to individual needs. • Assisting with sensory activities, structured routines, and emotional regulation. • Working closely with class teachers to support lesson delivery and classroom organisation. • Encouraging independence, confidence, and celebrating progress-big or small. What We're Looking For: • Experience supporting children or young people with SEND, particularly Autism. • A caring, proactive, and reliable individual who enjoys helping children succeed. • Strong communication skills and a team-focused attitude. • Any relevant training (e.g., Autism Awareness, Team Teach) is beneficial but not essential. Benefits of Working with Monarch Education: • GCA Approved Supplier • opportunity to enhance your CPD portfolio through our Affinity Academy • free Safeguarding training • refer a friend scheme - £200 bonus (you can make unlimited referrals) • online portal to manage your pay and timesheets To learn more about us and what makes Monarch one of the leading education recruitment providers nationwide - please visit our website - About Us - Monarch (monarcheducation.co.uk) Important Information: • All pay rates provided are inclusive of rolled up holiday pay. • Equal Opportunities - Monarch • Affinity Workforce Solutions and Monarch Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and young people and expects all its temporary workers to share these commitments. As this role involves working with children on a daily basis, regulated activity is that any successful applicant's applications will, accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to 2 employment references, an enhanced DBS check and a right to work in the UK check. This vacancy is based in the United Kingdom. Monarch Education operate in the UK and can only process applications from candidates who are currently UK residents and eligible to work in the UK. Whilst we will endeavour to contact you following your response, due to the high volume of applications we regret that this cannot always be possible. If you have not had notification from us within 30 days please take your application as not being successful this time but we will keep your details on file for future opportunities.

Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? Do you have the patience, empathy, and enthusiasm to make a genuine difference in the classroom? We are seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive school in Central Bristol from September , on a long-term, ongoing basis . This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is committed to helping young people reach their full potential in a supportive educational e…

SEND Teaching Assistant – Dawlish, Devon Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities? Teaching Personnel is recruiting caring and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistants to work in a supportive school in Dawlish. Whether you’re experienced in SEND or looking to start a rewarding career in education, we’d love to hear from you. Role: SEND Teaching Assistant Pay Rate: £95–£105 per day Start Date: September Contract: Full-time, Term Time Only Hours: Mond…

Affinity Workforce Solutions are delighted to be supporting a number of welcoming, inclusive primary schools across Gloucester & Tewkesbury. These schools are part of a highly regarded multi‑academy trusts known for their nurturing ethos, strong leaderships, and commitments to providing exceptional education for every child. Our partner schools are now seeking dedicated SEND Teaching Assistants to join their supportive teams. As a SEND TA, you will play a vital role in helping pupils with a ran…

Job - 1:1 Teaching Assistant Start date - ASAP (subject to pre-start checks) Contract term - Fixed term until July 2027 Working hours - 30 hours per week - Monday to Friday 8.35am-3.15pm Weeks per year - School term-time Grade - Grade 5 Salary range - (per annum) Support staff pay scale points 5 - £25,583 (FTE), £18,587 (pro rata) Location - Lytchett Minster School Reports to - Headteacher/SENDCo About The Post 30 hours per week Lytchett Minster School is looking for colleagues who are passionate about supporting teaching and who will relish the prospect of making a positive difference in the lives of young people. This post represents an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistant to share in the work of our thriving Student Support Centre and to work with a friendly and supportive team housed in excellent modern facilities. Whether you are new to working in a school or are a more experienced and ambitious colleague wishing to develop your career, this vibrant and successful school can help you to develop and flourish. We are looking for a Teaching Assistant who has a talent for engaging students, and you will be required to work flexibly across all age groups and abilities. This role complements the professional work of the English department by providing support in-class and small group support to students. There will be opportunities to develop within the team and make a valued contribution to students' learning. The successful candidate will be required to support students in their English lessons. The working hours for this post are 8.35am - 3.15pm, Monday to Friday, on a permanent contract to start as soon as possible. Set in a semi-rural location with an 18th Century family Manor House at its heart, Lytchett has one of the most beautiful and inspirational learning environments in the county with stunning extensive grounds and a number of modern extensions. The school is massively over-subscribed and highly regarded in the community. Parents know that Lytchett looks after its students, providing them with outstanding pastoral care and high-quality teaching. The school has a successful, thriving sixth form with over 340 students. Lytchett has not joined a multi-academy trust, and has no intention of doing so, because it values its independence as a secondary school which serves its local community and produces outstanding outcomes for its students. We Would Love To Hear From You If You Have a minimum of 3 GCSEs A-C (9-4), including Maths and English, or equivalent Know and are able to apply consistently a range of school policies, particularly those regarding health and safety, equal opportunities, behaviour management, child protection and special educational needs (SEN) Have the necessary skills to manage safely, the classroom activities, the physical learning space and the resources for which you are responsible for Understand and are able to use a range of strategies to deal with general classroom behaviour and also individual behavioural needs Take personal responsibility for your own professional development Are flexible and are able to use your initiative Have excellent communication skills We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people; this is a commitment which we expect all staff and volunteers to share. The successful candidate will be required to have a Disclosure and Barring Service check in line with the Governments safer recruitment guidelines. The pro rata salary shown is based on the number of hours and weeks worked and includes appropriate paid annual leave and bank holiday entitlements. The salary quoted is the annual salary for the position at the time of advert. The salary will be paid in equal monthly instalments and will be adjusted if leaving part way through the school year to ensure the correct salary is received for the work completed in an academic year. This role is UK based and your Right to Work will need to be established as part of the appointment process. Connect2Dorset is a trading style of Dorset & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Dorset Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dorset is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates

Role: Higher Level Teaching Assistant Location: St Dunstan's School Interview Date: September 2026 Closing Date: 12 August 2026 Start Date: ASAP Accountable to: Headteacher & SENCO Hours per week Monday to Friday - 32 hours per week plus 5 inset days Salary Grade: Grade 6 - Actual Pay £23,434 to £25,040 Job Purpose To work under the direct instruction of the SENCO and Senior Staff to co-ordinate and implement a range of effective interventions and case work to support SEND students to access th…

Teaching Assistant - SEND Support in Yate, South Gloucestershire Five Education are seeking a compassionate, patient, and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join in Yate, South Gloucester. This rewarding role involves supporting students with a range of additional needs, including Autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and physical disabilities. Previous experience supporting young people with SEND, particularly Autism, and confidence in managing challenging behaviour are essential. The s…

Five Education are looking for a dedicated, patient, and caring Learning Support Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a pupil at a friendly and inclusive primary school in Salisbury from September. The school has a welcoming team, excellent resources, and a strong commitment to supporting every child to achieve their potential, making it a rewarding place to work. In this role, you will provide personalised support to help a pupil access learning, develop confidence, and feel secure throughout …

Full Time SEND Teaching Assistant - SEND Support in Gloucester We are seeking a dedicated Level 3 Teaching Assistant (or equivalent) to work across Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2, delivering targeted interventions and personalised support for pupils with a range of additional needs. You will play a vital role in helping children with ADHD, SEMH, communication needs, cognition and learning difficulties, and physical or sensory needs to thrive. Through tailored interventions, 1:1 support and structur…

Teaching Assistant - SEND Support in Yate, South Gloucestershire Five Education are seeking a compassionate, patient, and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join in Yate, South Gloucester. This rewarding role involves supporting students with a range of additional needs, including Autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and physical disabilities. Previous experience supporting young people with SEND, particularly Autism, and confidence in managing challenging behaviour are essential. The s…

Full Time SEND Learning Support Assistant - SEND Support in Gloucester We are seeking a dedicated Level 3 Teaching Assistant (or equivalent) to work across Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2, delivering targeted interventions and personalised support for pupils with a range of additional needs. You will play a vital role in helping children with ADHD, SEMH, communication needs, cognition and learning difficulties, and physical or sensory needs to thrive. Through tailored interventions, 1:1 support and …

We are seeking a calm, compassionate, and highly committed Learning Support Assistant to provide dedicated 1:1 support to a pupil at a welcoming, inclusive, and forward-thinking primary school in Frome. With supportive staff and excellent facilities, this school offers an inspiring environment in which to make a real impact. This role centres on delivering consistent, individualised support that empowers the pupil to thrive in a nurturing, secure, and engaging learning environment. Full-time av…

We are looking for a calm, compassionate, and committed Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to provide 1:1 support for a primary-aged pupil at our inclusive and nurturing school in Torbay. The pupil requires consistent, personalised support to help with communication challenges and emotional regulation, both in and out of the classroom. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real impact by helping a young learner feel secure, understood, and confident in their learning environment. Key Responsi…

We're looking for caring, enthusiastic SEND Learning Support Assistants (or aspiring) to provide one-to-one and classroom-based support for young people (aged 11 to 15) with complex needs, helping them thrive, build confidence and develop their independence in school. Whether you're already experienced in SEND or you're keen to start a rewarding career supporting children with additional needs (e.g. ADHD/ADD, Autism, Dyslexia), we'd love to hear from you. Previous experience is helpful, but it'…

The Cambian Group is one of the largest providers of specialist behavioural health services for children and adults in the UK. Our work in the UK embraces many specialist services including adult mental health, acquired brain injury, children’s specialist education, children’s residential services and fostering services. The Forum School and Residential Home is a 52-week residential and specialist school providing quality therapeutic care and education for young people with Autism, severe learn…

SENDCo - Early Years Setting Location: Bristol Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience) Contract: Full-time / Part-time (flexible considered) Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs in their earliest years? We are seeking a dedicated and caring SENDCo to join a warm and nurturing Early Years setting in Bristol. This is a fantastic opportunity for either an experienced SENDCo or someone with a strong Early Years background who is eager to develop into the role wit…