Specialist Teaching Assistant

Location: Bristol
Job Type: Permanent
Reference: 311027159
Salary: £92 - £105/day + PAYE
Job Published: 21 March 2026

Looking to make a real difference, not just fill a role?

We’re working with a welcoming, community-driven primary setting with a dedicated resource base, supporting children with additional needs. They’re on the lookout for an experienced 1:1 Teaching Assistant who can bring calm, consistency, and a genuine passion for supporting pupils who need that extra bit of care.

This is a role where relationships matter. You’ll be supporting pupils with a range of needs, helping them feel safe, understood, and ready to engage with learning.

What you’ll be doing:

  • Providing 1:1 support tailored to individual needs

  • Supporting communication, emotional regulation, and engagement

  • Working closely with class teachers and SEND staff

  • Helping create a structured, nurturing environment

  • Tracking progress and celebrating small wins (the ones that really count)

What they’re looking for:

  • Experience supporting children with SEND, ideally in a 1:1 or resource base setting

  • A calm, patient, and adaptable approach

  • Someone who builds trust quickly and genuinely cares

  • Strong communication skills and a team-first mindset

If you’re someone who understands that progress isn’t always linear, but always meaningful, this could be a brilliant fit.