Teaching assistant Job at Bristol, England, United Kingdom Full Time NEW

Are you seeking a rewarding and flexible role supporting young people with diverse educational needs? Randstad is looking for enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to join our team as Bank Staff Teaching Assistants in a specialised school supporting Special Educational Needs (SEN), including Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, right here in Bristol

The Role: Making a Difference, Every Day x2728;

As a Bank Staff Teaching Assistant, youll be an essential part of the school community, providing crucial support where its needed most for students with various SEN requirements. This is a flexible, bank staff position, perfect for those looking for varied work schedules within term time.

LocationBristol, UK

Pay RateGBP90 per day

Working Hours8:15 AM : 3:30 PM (Typical school day hours)

Contract TypeBank Staff (Flexible/Ad:hoc)

Your Impact: Key Responsibilities and Activities x1F4DA;

You wont just be an extra pair of hands; youll be a mentor, a motivator, and a pillar of support for students with diverse SEN needs, including those with SEMH challenges.

Core Responsibilities

Supporting Teachers: Assisting the classroom teacher to ensure lessons run smoothly and are inclusive for all learners.

Facilitating Learning: Helping students with varied needs access and engage with a differentiated curriculum.

Cultivating Positivity: Actively contributing to a safe, welcoming, and productive school environment.

Specific Activities Include

Targeted Support: Providing one:on:one or small group support to help students with their learning objectives, managing tasks, and overcoming academic or social:emotional challenges.

Differentiated Assistance: Working with students across the SEN spectrum, adapting support methods to individual Education, Health and Care (EHC) plans.

Classroom Management: Assisting in maintaining a focused and calm atmosphere, supporting behavioural and learning strategies set by the teacher.

Student Well:being: Being a trusted point of contact, assisting with the pastoral care and overall well:being of the students, especially those facing SEMH difficulties.

What Youll Bring: Skills and Experience We Value x2B50;

If you have a genuine passion for education and a drive to support young people with SEN, particularly those who face SEMH challenges, we want to hear from you

Essential Qualities (The Must:Haves):

Patience: The ability to remain calm and understanding in challenging situations, recognising that learning and progress can take time.

Strong Communication Skills: Clear, empathetic, and effective interaction with students (including non:verbal communication), staff, and parents.

Empathy: A deep understanding and sensitivity toward the unique learning styles and needs of students with SEN/SEMH.

Teamwork: The ability to work collaboratively and effectively as part of a dedicated school team, including working with therapists and specialists.

• Experience: Previous experience working with children, particularly those with SEN/SEMH, or in any educational setting (formal or informal)

Ready to make a tangible difference in the lives of young learners with SEN? Apply now to join Randstad and start your journey as a Teaching Assistant in Bristol