Part-Time SEND Teaching Assistant | Thursdays & Fridays | Bridgwater

Pay: £14.25 to £15.50 per hour
Location: Bridgwater, Somerset
Working days: Thursdays and Fridays
Start date: Immediate
Contract: Ongoing, part-time

Make a difference in just two days a week!

Are you passionate about helping children with additional needs thrive? Looking for a rewarding part-time role that fits around your other commitments?

TeacherActive is looking for a caring, patient and enthusiastic SEND Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Bridgwater, working every Thursday and Friday.

This is a brilliant opportunity to become part of a supportive school community where every child's progress matters, no matter how big or small.

The school follows the values Belong, Aspire and Empower, creating an environment where pupils feel valued, supported and encouraged to reach their full potential.

Why you'll love this role

• Just two days a week: Enjoy a consistent Thursday and Friday working pattern

• Competitive pay: Earn £14.25 to £15.50 per hour

• Meaningful work: Make a genuine difference to children with additional learning needs

• Supportive environment: Work alongside a welcoming and dedicated school team

• Ongoing opportunity: Build positive relationships with pupils and celebrate their progress

• Professional development: Access CPD courses to grow your skills and confidence

What will you be doing?

As a SEND teaching assistant, you'll play an important role in helping primary-aged pupils feel confident, included and supported throughout their school day.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting children with profound and complex needs, severe learning difficulties (SLD), and moderate learning difficulties (MLD)

• Providing individual and small-group support tailored to pupils' needs

• Encouraging independence, communication and confidence

• Helping pupils engage with learning activities

• Working closely with teachers and support staff to create a positive learning environment

• Celebrating every achievement, however small

Who are we looking for?

We're keen to hear from people who:

• Have experience supporting children or young people with additional learning needs

• Have experience working with SLD, MLD, or complex needs

• Are kind, patient, adaptable and encouraging

• Enjoy building positive relationships with children

• Work well as part of a team

• Can drive, as the school is difficult to access by public transport

• Are available every Thursday and Friday

You don't need to have held the exact job title of SEND teaching assistant. If you have relevant experience supporting children with additional needs, we'd love to hear from you.

What can TeacherActive offer you?

• Competitive rates of pay

• A dedicated consultant available to support you throughout your placement

• Access to CPD courses and certificates through My-Progression

• PAYE payments with no hidden administration charges

• A referral scheme offering up to £100 when you recommend a friend (terms and conditions apply)

• Support with a straightforward onboarding process

Ready for a role where every day makes a difference?

Whether you're looking to return to education, build on your SEND experience, or find a rewarding role that fits around your week, this could be the opportunity for you.

Apply now to find out more about this ongoing part-time position in Bridgwater.

We'd love to have a conversation about how your experience could make a difference to the children at this school.

Call TeacherActive on 0117 223 2200 for more information.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.