Job Details
Job Type: TemporaryLocation: Bristol North / WestSalary: NegotiableStart Date: Mon 9th Mar 2026Contact: Joseph Chambers, joseph@fiveeducation.co.uk, 01174226167
Job Description
Five Education is looking for compassionate, patient, and motivated Psychology Graduates to join a supportive SEND school in Bristol as Teaching Assistants. This is a fantastic opportunity for graduates who are interested in gaining practical experience supporting children and young people with additional needs. The school supports students with a range of needs including Autism, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language difficulties, and learning disabilities. In this role, you will help pupils access learning, develop emotional regulation skills, and build confidence within a structured and supportive environment. This position is particularly suited to graduates interested in educational psychology, clinical psychology, therapy, social work, or teaching, who are looking to gain valuable hands‑on experience in a specialist setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide 1:1 or small group support based on pupils’ individual needs and EHCP targets.
- Support students in developing communication, emotional regulation, and social skills.
- Assist teachers in adapting learning activities to suit different abilities and learning styles.
- Build positive relationships that help pupils feel safe, engaged, and confident in school.
Qualifications
- A degree in Psychology or a related subject.
- A genuine interest in supporting children and young people with SEND or behavioural needs.
- A calm, patient, and empathetic approach to supporting pupils.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work well within a team.
Essential Requirements
- Full time availability from 8:30 to 3:30 Monday to Friday.
- Right to work in the UK – no sponsorship or skilled worker visas offered.
- 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. If you do not have a Non‑Voluntary Enhanced DBS, we will need to help you process a new one at a cost of £62.70, refunded after 20 days of work.
Benefits
- 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).
- Recommend a friend bonus scheme.
- Specialist support and mentoring while working.
- Fair PAYE payroll; pay rate includes holiday pay.
Additional Information
We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as they are currently under‑represented at this level.
Contact
Joseph Chambers0117 422 6167joseph@fiveeducation.co.uk
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