Job Title: Team Teach SEND Teaching Assistant
Location: South Bristol
Start Date: January 2027
Salary: £14.25 - £18.00 per hour

Do you hold a Team Teach qualification and have experience supporting children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health / SEMH needs?

Are you confident managing challenging behaviour and using positive behaviour management strategies to support pupils in the classroom?

Are you a calm, resilient and patient Teaching Assistant who can build positive relationships with pupils who face barriers to learning?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a specialist SEND school based in South Bristol to recruit a dedicated Team Teach SEND Teaching Assistant. The school supports children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health / SEMH needs and behaviours that challenge, providing a nurturing and supportive environment where pupils are encouraged to develop emotional regulation, positive relationships and confidence in their learning.

The school is looking to appoint a Team Teach SEND Teaching Assistant from January 2027 on a full-time, long-term temporary basis, with the opportunity to become permanent for the right candidate. The successful Team Teach SEND Teaching Assistant will provide one-to-one and small group support, using Team Teach strategies to manage challenging behaviour, support pupils during periods of emotional dysregulation and promote positive engagement in learning.

The successful Team Teach SEND Teaching Assistant will have:

• A current Team Teach qualification, which is essential for this role

• At least 6 months' experience supporting children or young people with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour

• Experience working within SEND schools, SEMH provisions, alternative provisions, PRUs or similar specialist settings

• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or a willingness to obtain one

• Strong behaviour management skills, including the ability to use de-escalation strategies and respond appropriately to challenging situations

• A calm, patient and resilient approach with excellent communication skills and the ability to build trusting relationships with pupils

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process

• CPD courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel

• Market leading rates of pay

• TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

If you are interested in this Team Teach SEND Teaching Assistant position, then click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

EMAIL: dannielle.ford@teacheractive.com
CONTACT NUMBER: 0117 223 2200