SEN Classroom Assistant – Mixed Needs Primary
Location: South Bristol
Pay: £90 to £100 per day (PAYE)
Hours: 8.30am to 3.30pm, Monday to Friday
Experience: Not required, just the right attitude
Start: January
A friendly, inclusive SEN primary school in South Bristol is looking for a full-time Classroom Assistant to join their team in January. The school supports pupils with a range of additional needs, including communication differences, sensory processing challenges, and SEMH, so every day feels meaningful, varied, and full of small wins.
You don’t need experience to get started, just patience, care, and a positive approach. The team will guide you through everything you need to know, and you’ll have support from experienced teachers, a brilliant SENCO, and specialist staff on site.
What your day will look like
• Helping to set up the classroom for sensory and structured learning
• Supporting pupils during lessons with tasks, communication aids, or movement breaks
• Running or joining in with sensory activities like messy play, tactile stations, or calming routines
• Using visual supports to help pupils understand their day
• Encouraging pupils to build independence in small, achievable steps
• Taking part in outdoor learning, structured play, and hands-on activities
• Working closely with a warm, experienced team who will support you every step of the way
What the school are looking for
• Someone calm, patient, and reliable
• A team player who enjoys helping children grow
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn
• An interest in SEN, behaviour, or child development
If you’re nurturing, enthusiastic, and ready to make a real difference, this role could be a brilliant start to your career in SEN education.