Five Education is working with a supportive primary school in Melksham that is looking for a Teaching Assistant to join their SEND resource base on a full-time basis.
This specialist provision supports children with a range of complex needs in small class sizes, allowing for a more personalised and nurturing approach to learning.
This role is ideal for someone who is proactive, patient, and a strong team player, with a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.
The Role
Supporting pupils with complex learning needs within the resource base
Working with small groups and on a 1:1 basis
Assisting the teacher with adapted lessons and activities
Supporting pupils with communication, social, and emotional development
Helping to maintain a safe, structured, and positive learning environment
The Ideal Candidate
Experience working with children with SEND (school or similar setting)
A proactive and flexible approach
A team player who collaborates well with staff
Patient, resilient, and calm under pressure
Passionate about making a positive impact on children's learning and wellbeing
*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 (phone number removed). 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. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as they are currently under-represented at this level.
Contact Danielle on (phone number removed) / (url removed)