SEND Teaching Assistant

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Five Education is an independent education agency specialising in SEND.
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We are currently recruiting for a full-time Teaching Assistant to work in a specialist school in Salisbury.
This is an excellent opportunity to support children and young people with a range of additional needs in a dedicated and supportive environment.
The Role You will be working within a special school setting, supporting students with a variety of special educational needs, which may include autism, learning difficulties, complex needs, and communication challenges.
Working under the guidance of the class teacher, you will play a key role in helping students access learning, develop independence, and build confidence in a structured and nurturing environment.
The role may involve a combination of 1:1 and small group support, depending on the needs of the students.
No prior experience is required, as full training and ongoing support will be provided.
We are looking for individuals who are patient, proactive, resilient, and confident in supporting students with additional needs and, at times, challenging behaviour.
It is a full-time position, Monday to Friday (term time only, and working hours are 8:30am - 3:30pm.
The pay is dependent on experience but up to £92.59 per day (inclusive of holiday pay) for 6.5 hours of work.
Eligibility You must be at least 18 years old Right to work in the UK Ability to provide relevant references and complete DBS/police checks (support can be provided) * Key Responsibilities Support students in accessing learning activities tailored to their individual needs Assist in the delivery of lessons in a way that is engaging and accessible Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation Support the development of communication, social, and life skills Ensure the safety and well-being of all students at all times Work collaboratively with teachers and support staff Essential Criteria Interest in supporting children and young people with special educational needs A positive, empathetic, and patient approach Strong communication and teamwork skills Reliability and commitment to a full-time role *If you do not have a Non-Voluntary Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, we will need to help you process a new one at a cost of £62.70.
This will be refunded after 20 days of work with us.
What can Five Education offer you? - Check out our Google reviews for one of the best supply experiences in Bristol! We offer free specialised training in areas such as Team Teach, Makaton, PMLD/SLD Awareness, Autism Awareness, and more - Free DBS (refunded when you work 20 days) - Recommending a friend bonus scheme - Specialist support/ mentoring while you are working If you think this could be a job for you, please get in touch to find out more from Danielle at
We are always available for an informal chat if you want to find out more about whether this role is suited to you.
Pay: Five Education operates a PAYE payroll; this is the most transparent way to be paid with no hidden fees such as admin fee or employer's NI.
Please note pay rate is for illustration and does include holiday pay.
Vetting: Five Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all of the staff we employ to share this commitment.
Successful applicants will be required to undergo checks including reference checks, TRA checks and will need to have a DBS; there will also be an interview.
We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. xehkeey
We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as they are currently under-represented at this level.
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Location:
Bishopdown, Salisbury
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Education And Training

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