Teaching Assistant – Weston-super-Mare

£14.24 per hour (subject to increase) | 08:45am – 15:15pm | Full-time / Long-term

Are you passionate about making a genuine difference in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs?

Vision for Education are proud to be working in partnership with a highly respected specialist provision in Bridgwater to recruit a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their supportive and forward-thinking team.

About the Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils aged 4–19 with a wide range of additional needs including Autism, ADHD, Learning Difficulties, Challenging Behaviours, Moderate to Severe Learning Difficulties, and Complex Needs.

You will work closely with class teachers and multi-disciplinary teams to:

• Support pupils with communication, interaction and emotional regulation
• Deliver tailored learning activities in a structured, nurturing environment
• Promote independence, life skills and positive behaviour
• Build meaningful relationships that help pupils thrive

This is a rewarding role where no two days are the same, and every day you will see the positive impact of your support.

About the School

This specialist setting is an all-age provision designed to meet a wide range of SEND needs, supporting pupils from early years through to post-16.

The school offers:

• A highly supportive, inclusive and nurturing environment
• Purpose-built facilities including sensory spaces, outdoor learning areas and a hydro therapy pool
• A strong focus on communication, independence and preparing students for adulthood
• Skilled staff who build positive, trusted relationships with pupils, enabling them to thrive

Staff are well-trained in areas such as autism, communication strategies (e.g. PECS), and positive behaviour support, ensuring you are fully supported in your role.

If you are going into this role as a Trainee Teaching Assistant, Vision for Education will provide you with additional training courses to complete after a successful interview, which include, Safeguarding and Child Protection, Behaviour Management, Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, and an Introduction into being a Teaching Assistant.

About You

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has experience working with children or young people with SEN (or a strong desire to learn)
• Is patient, resilient and empathetic
• Can build strong relationships with pupils and staff
• Is proactive and adaptable in a dynamic classroom environment

Whether you come from an education, care, youth work or support background, we want to hear from you.

Why Work with Vision for Education?

• Competitive daily pay (£14.24 per hour, which can increase if qualified or experienced)
• Flexible work to suit your lifestyle
• Access to FREE training and CPD (including SEND-specific courses)
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles
• Pension contributions and holiday pay

Disclaimer: If this job does not seem right for you, I still encourage you to apply as I have a variety of other job roles similar to this, with different hours, part time or full time, different locations etc which may suit you better.

Apply Today

If you’re ready to start a rewarding career supporting incredible young people and want to be part of a team that truly makes a difference, apply now or contact Izzy at Vision for Education to find out more.

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