Teaching assistant (TA)

Do you have a genuine desire to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people with SEND? We are seeking a calm, compassionate, and committed Teaching Assistant (TA) to offer dedicated 1:1 support to a pupil at a welcoming and inclusive primary school with supportive staff and excellent facilities in north Bristol. This role focuses on providing steady, individualised assistance that gives the student the opportunity to thrive in a nurturing and secure learning environment. Full-time availability is preferred but not essential. Main Responsibilities: Deliver one-to-one support tailored to the individual needs of the pupil throughout the school day. Build a trusting and supportive relationship to help the pupil gain confidence and engage in learning. Collaborate with the class teacher and SENDCo to support positive behaviour and personalised learning strategies. Ensure the pupil feels heard, understood, and valued. Create and maintain a safe, inclusive, and encouraging classroom atmosphere. What We’re Looking For: Previous experience working with children with special educational needs and disabilities. A patient, understanding, and nurturing approach to supporting behaviour and learning. A strong commitment to delivering consistent, high-quality support to all pupils. Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work closely with school staff and families. Essential requirements: Right to work in the UK – we are unable to offer Sponsorship or accept Skilled Worker visas. Able to provide two recent references (from the last two years). Hold a current DBS check registered on the Update Service, or be willing to apply for one* *Please note, if you do not have a Non-Voluntary Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, we will need to help you process a new one at a cost of £62.70. This will be refunded after 20 days of work with us.