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Job Type: Temporary
Location: Somerset
Salary: Negotiable
Start Date: Tue 14th Jul 2026
Contact Name: Joseph Chambers
Contact Email: joseph@fiveeducation.co.uk
Contact Phone: 01174226167
Job Description
Five Education are seeking caring, resilient, and enthusiastic Psychology Graduates to work as Teaching Assistants in a welcoming SEND school in Taunton. This is an excellent opportunity for graduates looking to build hands-on experience supporting children and young people with additional educational needs while developing skills relevant to future careers.
The school caters for pupils with a variety of additional needs, including Autism, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language needs, and learning disabilities. As a Teaching Assistant, you'll play an important role in helping students engage with learning, develop their independence, and build confidence in a safe, nurturing environment.
This role is ideal for graduates considering careers in educational psychology, clinical psychology, speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, social work, or teaching, and who want meaningful experience within a specialist education setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support to help pupils achieve their individual learning and EHCP targets.
- Encourage the development of communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation skills.
- Work alongside teachers to adapt lessons and activities to meet a range of learning needs and abilities.
- Build trusting relationships with pupils, helping them feel secure, motivated, and included throughout the school day.
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What We're Looking For
- A degree in Psychology or a related discipline.
- A genuine passion for supporting children and young people with SEND, SEMH, or additional learning needs.
- A patient, compassionate, and adaptable approach to working with pupils.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a supportive team.
Essential Requirements
- Right to work in the UK – we are unable to offer Sponsorship or accept Skilled Worker visas.
- Able to provide two recent references (from the last two years).
- Hold a current DBS check registered on the Update Service, or be willing to apply for one*
- Please note, if you do not have a Non-Voluntary Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, we will need to help you process a new one at a cost of £62.70. This will be refunded after 20 days of work with us.
What can Five Education offer you?
- Check out our Google reviews for one of the best supply experiences in Bristol!
- 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
- Specialist support/mentoring while you are working
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. Please note pay rate is for illustration and does include holiday pay.
Vetting
Five Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all of the staff we employ to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo checks including reference checks, TRA checks, and will need to have a DBS; there will also be an interview.
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Contact Joseph on 0117 422 6167 / joseph@fiveeducation.co.uk
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