SEND Teaching Assistant
Location: Bridgwater and Surrounding Areas
Salary: £93 – £110 per day (depending on experience and qualifications)
Start Date: September 2026
About the Role
Connex Education is currently looking for SEND Teaching Assistants to support primary-aged pupils within schools across Bridgwater and the surrounding area.
We offer a variety of flexible and long-term opportunities for individuals who are passionate about helping children with additional needs overcome barriers to learning and achieve success in the classroom.
Working as part of a supportive school team, you'll provide valuable assistance to pupils requiring additional educational and emotional support.
Responsibilities
Support pupils with SEND during lessons and structured activities
Deliver 1:1 and small-group interventions
Assist children in developing confidence and independence
Encourage positive behaviour and classroom participation
Adapt support techniques to meet individual learning requirements
Work collaboratively with teachers and SEND staff
Support children's wellbeing and emotional development
Maintain a safe and inclusive learning environment
Requirements
SEND experience is advantageous but not essential
Experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable individuals is beneficial
Caring, patient, and adaptable approach
Excellent communication skills
Passion for supporting young learners
Understanding of safeguarding procedures
Enhanced DBS or willingness to apply
Why join Connex Education?
Competitive daily pay rates
Weekly PAYE pay – no umbrella companies
Flexible work to suit your availability
Free access to our SEND Toolkit for professional development
Funded qualifications including Level 2 SEND, Level 3 Teaching & Learning, Level 4 HLTA and Level 5 TEFL
Career progression opportunities through our Care to Classroom conversion course
Wellbeing support and refresher training for working in modern educational settings
A supportive and welcoming team with a dedicated education consultant
Earn a £200 referral bonus for each TA or Teacher we sign up via you!
Apply Today
Whether you're seeking flexible supply work or a longer-term role supporting pupils with SEND in mainstream primary schools, we'd love to hear from you.
Reach out to the team to find out more on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) for further information.
Connex Education Partnership is committed to equal opportunities and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status, or disability. All candidates are assessed on merit alone. Connex Education Partnership is an employment agency and employment business.
Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check