SEND Teaching Assistant

SEND Teaching AssistantLocation: North SomersetSalary: £93 - £110 per day (depending on experience and qualifications)Start Date: September 2026About the RoleConnex Education is recruiting dedicated and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistants to work within a specialist educational setting in North Somerset from September 2026.We are looking for individuals interested in a mixture of flexible day-to-day supply work, short-term placements and long-term opportunities, supporting children and young people with additional needs.The setting supports pupils aged approximately 4 to 19 years old with a range of complex learning needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), communication needs, sensory processing difficulties and associated medical needs.This is a highly rewarding role where you will play a key part in helping pupils access education, develop independence, and achieve their individual goals within a nurturing and supportive environment.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups throughout the school dayAssist teachers in delivering engaging and accessible learning activitiesSupport pupils with communication, social interaction, and emotional regulationEncourage independence and promote positive learning behavioursAssist with personal care where required, following appropriate training and guidanceAdapt support strategies to meet individual learning and developmental needsWork collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and other support professionalsHelp create a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environmentWhat We're Looking ForExperience working with children or young people with SEND is desirable but not essentialA patient, caring, and resilient approachStrong communication and teamwork skillsA genuine passion for supporting children and young people with additional needsAbility to adapt to different classroom environments and student needsUnderstanding of safeguarding and child protection proceduresEnhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one through Connex EducationRight to work in the UKWhy Join Connex Education?Competitive daily pay ratesWeekly PAYE pay – no umbrella companiesFree access to our SEND Toolkit for professional developmentFunded qualifications including Level 2 SEND, Level 3 Teaching & Learning, Level 4 HLTA and Level 5 TEFLCareer progression opportunities through our Care to Classroom conversion courseWellbeing support and refresher training for working in modern educational settingsA supportive and welcoming team with a dedicated SEND specialist consultantApply TodayWhether you're seeking flexible supply work or a longer-term role within specialist education, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today or contact Charlotte on 0117 486 5001 or email to find out more.All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment.Connex Education Partnership is committed to equal opportunities and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status, or disability. All candidates are assessed on merit alone. Connex Education Partnership is an employment agency and employment business.Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.TPBN1_UKTJ