Teaching Assistant – Sports Background (SEN & SEMH Schools) ⚽ Location: Bristol & Weston-super-Mare Setting: SEN & SEMH Schools (Key Stages 1–4) Daily Pay: £92–£100 ️ Start Date: September Roles Available & Ongoing Opportunities Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm (may vary by school) Schedule: Monday to Friday | Term-Time Only Take Your Coaching Skills from the Field into the Classroom! Are you a sports coach looking for your next opportunity? We’re seeking enthusiastic and driven Teaching Assistants to support pupils in Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Social, Emotional & Mental Health (SEMH) schools across Bristol and Weston-super-Mare. You’ll be supporting students aged 5–16 who may present with: Mental health needs ️ Communication difficulties Emotional & behavioural challenges ♿ Physical disabilities If you’re energetic, resilient, and confident in behaviour management, this is a great chance to transfer your coaching experience into a meaningful role within education. Your Role Will Include: Providing 1:1 or small group support within SEN/SEMH settings Promoting positive behaviour and active engagement Assisting with learning and classroom-based activities Building positive, trusting relationships with pupils Collaborating with teachers and wider support staff September starts available, with opportunities for permanent roles for the right candidates Who We’re Looking For: A genuine interest in education and supporting young people Strong communication and behaviour management skills A background in sports coaching (highly desirable) Previous school experience is helpful but not essential Empathy, resilience, and a proactive mindset Why Join Us? Weekly PAYE pay — no umbrella company deductions Access to accredited CPD training (including Team Teach) £50 referral bonus for successful recommendations Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant Flexible working options (3–5 days per week) ✨ Ready to bring your sports background into the classroom and make a real impact? Apply today with your most up-to-date CV and secure a role for September! All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. 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. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.