Job Title: 1:1 Teaching Assistant Job Type: Full-Time (Term-Time Only) Location: Bristol and Surrounding Areas Salary: £80-£100 per day (DOE) Start Date: ASAP Contact Name: Will Bentley Contact Email: Contact Phone: Job Description Five Education is seeking a compassionate and committed 1:1 Teaching Assistant to provide individualised support for pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) in a primary or secondary school setting. This role is ideal for someone who is patient, resilient, and passionate about making a meaningful difference in a child's educational journey. You will be working closely with a pupil who requires additional support due to a specific learning difficulty, developmental delay, or social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) need. This is a vital role in helping students access learning, develop confidence, and thrive in a mainstream or specialist environment. Key Responsibilities - Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a student with SEN, ensuring their learning is tailored to their individual needs. - Assist with lesson delivery and help the pupil stay engaged and focused. - Support the development of social skills, emotional regulation, and independence. - Work collaboratively with class teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals to implement and review individual support plans. - Encourage positive behaviour and manage challenging situations calmly and effectively. Essential Requirements - Experience working with children or young people in a school, care, or youth setting. - Understanding of SEN, particularly Autism, ADHD, or SEMH needs. - Ability to build strong relationships with children and support their learning and emotional well-being. - Right to work in the UK. - Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one). What Five Education Offers You - Transparent PAYE payroll - no umbrella or admin fees. - Free, specialised training in areas such as Team Teach, Autism Awareness, and Trauma-Informed Practice. - Ongoing support and mentoring from our experienced consultants. - Free Enhanced DBS (refunded after 20 days of work). Interested? If you are enthusiastic about supporting young people and want to be part of a rewarding and inclusive school environment, we'd love to hear from you. Contact Will at or call for more information or to apply.