Teaching Assistant

Five Education is currently seeking passionate and dedicated full-time Teaching Assistants (TAs) to work within a mainstream school in Bath, supporting Key Stage 1&2 (KS1/2) students with additional needs. This role provides an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students with conditions such as Down Syndrome, ADHD, Autism, Learning Difficulties, Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN), and more.

Key Responsibilities:
- The role will be working 1:1 with a student throughout the week. You will provide tailored support to a student with specific educational needs, within a mainstream classroom setting.
- Support classroom teachers in creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment for all students.
- Provide tailored support during lessons, activities, and potentially break times.
- Foster a safe and inclusive environment where students can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
- Support students with communication strategies and interventions to aid their speech and language development.

Essential Criteria:
- A genuine interest in supporting children and young people with additional needs.
- The right to work in the UK (we cannot accept sponsorship or skilled worker visas).
- Relevant references and DBS/police checks.
- Availability to work 5 days a week (Mon - Fri), term time only (8:30 AM - 3:30 PM).

Why Join Five Education?
- We provide job-seekers support finding opportunities, offering mentoring support throughout the whole process.
- Check out our Google reviews for one of the best supply experiences in Bristol! We offer free specialised training in areas such as Team Teach, Makaton, PMLD/SLD Awareness, Autism Awareness, and more
- Free DBS (refunded when you work 20 days)
- Recommending a friend bonus scheme (£150 Amazon Voucher)

If you are dedicated, compassionate, and ready to take on a new challenge, we would love to hear from you!
How to Apply:

Please contact Tom, details below. We are always available for an informal chat if you want to find out more about whether this role is suited to you.

Five Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful candidates will be subject to relevant checks, including DBS and references.
Pay:

Five Education operates a PAYE payroll; this is the most transparent way to be paid with no hidden fees such as admin fee or employer's NI.


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