Trainee TA

SEN Schools | Bristol & Surrounding Areas

Full-Time | Long-Term | Training Provided | Immediate Start

Hours: 08:30–15:30, weekdays, term time only | Pay: £13.68 per hour

You don’t need previous SEN experience to become a trainee TA, full training and ongoing support are provided. This trainee TA role is ideal for someone who is flexible, reliable, has access to a vehicle, and can work calmly in stressful situations.

Our schools support pupils with autism, learning difficulties, communication needs, sensory processing differences, and SEMH needs. As a trainee TA, you’ll play a vital role in helping pupils feel safe, supported, and ready to learn. Every day as a trainee TA brings new challenges and rewarding moments.

We’re looking for a trainee TA who:

• Is seeking a fulfilling career as a trainee TA

• Is flexible and dependable, with access to a vehicle, as a trainee TA

• Can remain calm and professional in challenging situations as a trainee TA

• Is patient, caring, and eager to learn in a trainee TA role

• Understands the importance of building trust as a trainee TA

• Works well with teachers and support staff as a trainee TA

• Is committed to safeguarding and professional boundaries as a trainee TA

• Is motivated to grow skills and confidence as a trainee TA in SEN settings

About the trainee TA role:

• Full-time, long-term trainee TA placements in SEN schools

• Supporting pupils with a wide range of additional needs as a trainee TA

• Providing 1:1 support, small group work, and classroom support as a trainee TA

• Helping pupils with routines, communication, emotional regulation, and learning as a trainee TA

• Receiving structured training, mentoring, and ongoing guidance as a trainee TA

• Working in fast-paced, sometimes demanding environments as a trainee TA

Why work as a trainee TA?

• Start your career in SEN education as a trainee TA with full training

• Gain hands-on experience across different schools as a trainee TA

• Build confidence, resilience, and SEN experience as a trainee TA

• Join supportive teams that value your commitment as a trainee TA

• Make a genuine difference to pupils’ lives as a trainee TA

• Progress into a permanent SEN TA role after your trainee TA placement

If you’re ready to take on a meaningful, rewarding role as a trainee TA in Bristol and surrounding areas, we’d love to hear from you.

This is initially a zero hour contract role, with the opportunity to become permanent.

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