Connex Education Partnership
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SEND Teaching Assistant
Location: Weston-super-Mare
Salary: £93 - £110 per day (depending on experience and qualifications)
Start Date: September 2026
Connex Education is working exclusively with a large and highly respected Multi-Academy Trust (BWMAT) that supports a wide network of schools across Somerset. The Trust is recognised for its inclusive values, strong community focus, supportive leadership and commitment to nurturing both pupils and staff. Many of the schools have strong links to their local communities and place a high emphasis on wellbeing, collaboration, and high-quality teaching and learning.
About the Role
Connex Education is currently looking for SEND Teaching Assistants to support primary-aged pupils within schools across Weston-super-Mare.
This is a fantastic opportunity for caring, reliable and enthusiastic individuals who want to make a meaningful difference in local classrooms. You will support pupils with additional needs, helping them feel included, confident and ready to learn.
Working closely with class teachers, SEND teams and wider school staff, you will provide practical, emotional and educational support to pupils who may need additional guidance throughout the school day.
Responsibilities
- Support pupils with SEND during lessons and structured activities
- Deliver 1:1 and small-group interventions
- Assist children in developing confidence and independence
- Encourage positive behaviour and classroom participation
- Adapt support techniques to meet individual learning requirements
- Work collaboratively with teachers and SEND staff
- Support children's wellbeing and emotional development
- Maintain a safe and inclusive learning environment
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Requirements
- SEND experience is advantageous but not essential
- Experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable individuals is beneficial
- Caring, patient, and adaptable approach
- Excellent communication skills
- Passion for supporting young learners
- Understanding of safeguarding procedures
- Enhanced DBS or willingness to apply
Why join Connex Education?
- Competitive daily pay rates
- Weekly PAYE pay no umbrella companies
- Flexible work to suit your availability
- Free access to our SEND Toolkit for professional development
- Funded qualifications including Level 2 SEND, Level 3 Teaching & Learning, Level 4 HLTA and Level 5 TEFL
- Career progression opportunities through our Care to Classroom conversion course
- Wellbeing support and refresher training for working in modern educational settings
- A supportive and welcoming team with a dedicated education consultant
- Earn a £200 referral bonus for each TA or Teacher we sign up via you!
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If you are based in or around Weston-super-Mare and are looking for rewarding work supporting pupils with SEND in welcoming primary schools, we would love to hear from you.
Reach out to the team to find out more on 0117 486 5001 or email for further information.
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.
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