School-Based Support Assistant (SEN/SEMH)
Bath, Somerset (BA2 & surrounding areas)
£90 – £105 per day (dependent on experience)
Start Date: September (start of the new academic year) | Potential to start earlier | Term-time only
Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant or support worker with a passion for helping children with additional needs?
We are working with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Bath (BA2) to recruit a Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEN and SEMH needs. This role is ideal for someone who can provide consistent, patient, and structured support to help children build confidence and engage positively with learning.
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The Role
You will support pupils who benefit from additional guidance and structure, including:
* Providing 1:1 support for pupils with SEN and SEMH needs
* Supporting small group interventions
* Helping pupils develop emotional regulation, confidence, and independence
* Using strategies to support behaviour, communication, and engagement
* Assisting the class teacher with general classroom support where appropriate
* Contributing to a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment
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What We’re Looking For
* Experience working with children or young people with additional needs
(e.g. schools, nurseries, youth work, sports coaching, holiday camps, care or support work)
* A calm, patient, and resilient approach
* Strong relationship-building and behaviour management skills
* Ability to support pupils individually and in small groups
* A genuine commitment to supporting children with SEN/SEMH needs
A Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable but not essential.
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Why Apply
* Opportunity to specialise in SEN and SEMH support
* Supportive and collaborative school environment
* A rewarding role with clear impact on pupil development
* Variety across both targeted support and classroom work
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Location
Based in BA2, with access from across Bath and surrounding areas.
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Apply
If you have experience supporting children and want to make a meaningful difference, we encourage you to apply.
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Applicants without a Level 3 qualification but with relevant experience are strongly encouraged to apply, as we have a range of suitable opportunities available.
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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.
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