Teaching Assistants

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We are currently recruiting for two Teaching Assistant positions :

• Teaching Assistant (SEMH Focus) – Specialist Provision
• Teaching Assistant – Specialist Provision

Location  The Boulevard, Weston-super-Mare with flexibility to travel multi-site across North Somerset and Bristol

Salary  £24,000-£27,000 (dependent on experience)

Contract  Full-time, Permanent

Preferred Start Date  August 20, 2025

Application Deadline  July 8th at Noon

The Role - Teaching Assistant – Specialist Provision

We are looking for a dynamic and imaginative Teaching Assistant to support teaching and learning across the curriculum, focusing on bringing creativity, energy, and innovation into the classroom.

Whether your background is in film, photography, graphic design, games, or another creative field, we welcome individuals who can inspire curiosity, nurture expression, and support students to engage with learning in new and exciting ways. This role would suit someone who enjoys working collaboratively with teachers, contributing to creative curriculum planning and helping students find their voice through hands-on, practical, and creative activities.

The Role - Teaching Assistant (SEMH Focus) – Specialist Provision

We are seeking a calm, compassionate and emotionally intelligent Teaching Assistant with a strong interest or experience in supporting young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This is a pivotal role in creating consistency and connection for students who may have experienced trauma, instability, or unmet emotional needs.

As a Teaching Assistant with an SEMH focus, you’ll work closely with teachers to support individual students or small groups, helping them access learning, regulate emotions, and build trust and resilience in a nurturing environment.

About Us

Boomsatsuma is a vibrant environment with a committed and supportive team to deliver high-quality creative programmes with excellent resources. The creative programmes we deliver have some of the best results nationally due to our dedication to a student-first approach and the successful candidate will also embody these values.

How to Apply

Click "Apply" and submit your CV. Please note that applications that do not include a cover letter will not be considered. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to complete an application form prior to interview.

We value the benefits of having a diverse team, and our recruitment style ensures everyone is treated fairly, and we welcome applications from across all communities.

Safeguarding Statement

boomsatsuma is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo pre-employment checks including enhanced DBS and two satisfactory references. The person undertaking this role is expected to work within the policies, ethos and aims of boomsatsuma and CLF, and to carry out such other duties as may reasonably be assigned by the Directors.

The above responsibilities are subject to the general duties and responsibilities contained in the Staff Handbook.

The duties of this post may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the post or level of responsibility entailed. The post holder will be subject to performance objectives agreed annually with your line manager and these objectives will be reviewed annually.