Do you want to work in a welcoming, friendly environment where you’re able make impactful connections with children? Teaching Personnel are working in partnership with a warm and inclusive Secondary SEN provision in the South of Bristol and are passionate about making everyday exciting. They’re looking for a keen teaching assistant who has the opportunity to make a difference to their students’ lives and to be part of an inclusive team. You’ll be working alongside teachers, TA’s and various therapist who are dedicated in making learning unique as they shape the students’ futures and support their individual needs as each classroom is catered to children ability. You’ll often find yourself singing along to songs in the classroom and even dancing when the children work with the occupational therapist. The role is to begin in January and to carry on till the end of the academic year. We are looking for a full time TA, but can work with what fits your schedule. Position details - Small class sizes of 8-10 pupils, creating strong relationships with the students. - No prior teaching qualifications/ experience needed - Monday- Friday (08:00-3:00). Work fits into your life which creates a healthy work/life balance with the flexibility of part-time. - £84 - £95/ day and paid weekly based on experience and qualifications. Accessible routes and parking - Lunch included What we’re looking for - To be confident and proactive working with challenging behaviour. To have an understanding approach with the children you’re working with - Have the drive to make a difference to these pupils’ day - Show the willing to learn new skills and understanding specific needs of the children - To be adaptable and resilient in challenging environments - A team player who can work effectively with teachers, parents, and other staff members. The role is available now. If this seems like the next step in your career and you think you can be a positive role model for these children, please apply and I look forward to speaking with you soon All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.