Do you have a calm, nurturing approach and a passion for helping children with additional needs thrive? • Looking for a role where your support transforms a child’s school experience—while also developing your own career? • Keen to join a Bristol school community that values, supports, and invests in its staff? At TeacherActive, we know that a 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant role is one of the most rewarding in education. You’ll not only make a genuine impact on the life of a child, but you’ll also have the chance to grow your own skills, access CPD, and build a career in SEND or wider education. About the Opportunities: Our partner schools across Bristol are known for their: Strong focus on inclusion and individual progress, not labels Supportive leadership and collaborative staff teams Ongoing training, CPD, and mentoring for LSAs and TAs Clear pathways into HLTA, SEN specialist roles, or even teacher training This is more than a support role—it’s the first step towards a career where your experience and dedication open doors to long-term progression. Your Role Will Include: Providing 1:1 support tailored to a child’s EHCP targets Creating a safe, calm, and encouraging space where they can thrive Using positive behaviour management and de-escalation strategies Adapting resources and approaches to meet individual needs Collaborating with SENCOs, teachers, and external professionals Being the steady, reliable presence that helps a child feel safe, seen, and valued What We’re Looking For: Experience supporting pupils with SEND in a primary setting, ideally on a 1:1 basis A patient, compassionate nature with strong emotional awareness Flexibility and creativity in adapting learning strategies Confidence with positive behaviour management and de-escalation Enhanced Child-Only DBS (or willingness to apply) Two recent references from educational settings In return for the above you can expect to receive: A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process Guaranteed Payment Scheme *Terms and Conditions apply* CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel Market leading rates of pay TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend *Terms and Conditions apply* Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard-earned cash. If you are interested in this position, then click ‘APPLY NOW’ and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity. Email : (url removed) Contact Number : (phone number removed) All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive. Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs. Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment. TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services