Looking for a role where your support can change a child's day?
In a specialist SEN school, no two days are the same. One minute you're helping a pupil regulate their emotions, the next you're celebrating a breakthrough that's been weeks in the making.
We're looking for a caring and committed SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming specialist school in Bristol. If you're patient, positive, and passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning, this could be the perfect role for you.
What you'll be doing
Supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, including Autism, ADHD, SEMH, and communication difficulties
Working 1:1 and in small groups to help pupils access learning and develop confidence
Assisting the class teacher with personalised learning activities
Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies
Creating a safe, nurturing environment where every child feels understood and valued
Helping pupils develop social, communication, and independence skills
We'd love to hear from you if you:
✔ Have experience working with children or adults with SEND, care, support work, youth work, or education
✔ Are calm, patient, and resilient
✔ Have strong communication and relationship-building skills
✔ Are passionate about making a difference in children's lives
✔ Can adapt to the needs of individual pupils and situations
Why this school?
This specialist SEN setting is dedicated to helping pupils achieve their full potential through personalised support, therapeutic approaches, and a strong sense of community. You'll be joining a team that genuinely cares about its pupils and supports each other every step of the way.
Why work through Protocol Education?
Weekly pay through PAYE, no umbrella companies
FREE access to our online CPD Academy
Personalised support from a dedicated consultant
Opportunities across mainstream, SEND, and alternative provisions
Streamlined registration and local bookings
Referral scheme, earn rewards for referring friends
Thrive Training
Not Thrive trained yet?
Good news. Protocol Education offers FREE Thrive training, helping you develop valuable skills in supporting children's emotional wellbeing and behaviour. Schools love support staff who understand emotional development, and it could help your application stand out from the crowd.
📩Ready to be the calm voice, helping hand, and positive influence that makes a real difference? Apply today and start your next rewarding SEN journey in Bristol.