SEND Teaching Assistant | SEMH | £14.25 to £16.50 per hour | Bristol

Location: Bristol
Pay: £14.25 to £16.50 per hour
Start date: January 2027
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday
Specialism: SEMH, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2
Qualification: Team Teach

Make a real difference in a child's school day!

Are you a passionate SEND teaching assistant who enjoys helping children overcome challenges, build confidence and achieve their potential?

TeacherActive is looking for a caring, resilient and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to support primary-aged pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs in Bristol.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with Team Teach training who wants to use their skills to create a positive and supportive learning environment.

Starting in January 2027, you'll have the chance to build meaningful relationships with pupils, support their emotional wellbeing and celebrate their progress every day.

Why this role could be perfect for you

• £14.25 to £16.50 per hour: Competitive pay for your experience and skills

• Full-time hours: A consistent Monday to Friday working pattern

• January start: Begin the new year with a rewarding opportunity

• Make a genuine impact: Help children develop confidence, resilience and independence

• Use your Team Teach skills: Support pupils using positive behaviour management and de-escalation strategies

• Develop your career: Gain further experience supporting pupils with SEMH needs

What will you be doing?

As a SEND learning support assistant, you'll work with pupils across KS1 and KS2, providing the encouragement, structure and individual support they need to succeed.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting children with social, emotional and mental health needs

• Providing one-to-one and small-group learning support

• Using Team Teach strategies to help pupils manage challenging situations safely

• Encouraging positive behaviour, emotional regulation and independence

• Building trusting relationships with pupils who may find school challenging

• Supporting teachers in creating a calm, structured and inclusive classroom

• Celebrating progress in learning, behaviour and personal development

Who are we looking for?

We'd love to hear from you if you:

• Hold a Team Teach qualification

• Have experience supporting children with SEND or SEMH needs

• Are confident using positive behaviour support and de-escalation techniques

• Have a patient, calm and understanding approach

• Enjoy working with primary-aged children across KS1 and KS2

• Can build positive relationships with pupils and school staff

• Are available full-time from January 2027

Have you worked as a SEND teaching assistant, learning support assistant or in a specialist education setting?

Your experience could make a real difference to the children you'll be supporting.

What can TeacherActive offer you?

• Competitive hourly rates of £14.25 to £16.50

• A dedicated recruitment consultant to support you

• Access to CPD courses and certificates through My-Progression

• Opportunities to develop your SEND and SEMH experience

• PAYE payments with no hidden administration charges

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

• Support throughout the registration and onboarding process

Ready to start something rewarding in January?

If you're a Team Teach-trained learning support assistant looking for a full-time opportunity in Bristol, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and take the next step towards making a positive difference in the lives of children with SEMH needs.

Not sure whether your experience is the right fit? Get in touch for a friendly conversation about the opportunity.

Call TeacherActive on 0117 223 2200 to find out more.

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.