SEND & Inclusion Support Assistant

SEND & Inclusion Support Assistant

Central & South Bristol
Full-Time | Long-Term Opportunities
Start Date: ASAP
Mainstream Secondary Schools

Do you believe every young person deserves the support they need to succeed?

I am recruiting SEND & Inclusion Support Assistants to work within mainstream secondary schools across Central and South Bristol.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about inclusive education and enjoys helping students overcome barriers that may affect their learning, confidence or engagement in school.

You'll work closely with students who require additional support, helping them access lessons, develop independence and feel fully included in school life.

✅ About the Role

As a SEND & Inclusion Support Assistant, you will:

• Support students within mainstream lessons and specialist interventions
• Provide 1:1 and small-group learning support
• Help students access the curriculum and remain engaged in learning
• Adapt support strategies to meet individual student needs
• Promote confidence, independence and positive participation
• Support students with organisation, communication and learning skills
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and SEND departments
• Contribute to an inclusive and supportive school environment
• Help remove barriers that may impact learning and progress

✅ Who You'll Support

Students may have a range of needs, including:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
• ADHD
• Dyslexia and literacy difficulties
• Moderate learning difficulties
• Speech, language and communication needs
• Physical disabilities or medical needs
• EHCPs and additional learning needs

The focus of this role is helping students access education successfully and feel included within the wider school community.

✅ Who This Role Suits

We'd love to hear from applicants with experience in:

• Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
• Teaching Assistant (TA)
• SEND Support
• Inclusion Support
• Education Support
• Care and Support Work
• Youth Work
• Residential Childcare
• Health & Social Care
• Community Support Services
• Childcare and Early Years

This role may also suit graduates interested in education, SEND or child development careers.

✅ What We're Looking For

We're seeking individuals who are:

✔ Caring and patient

✔ Passionate about inclusion and equal opportunities

✔ Excellent communicators

✔ Adaptable and proactive

✔ Strong relationship-builders

✔ Confident supporting a range of additional needs

✔ Positive and encouraging

✔ Committed to helping young people achieve their potential

✅ Essential Requirements

• Experience working with children or young people
• Understanding of SEND and inclusive practices
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)

✅ Why Apply?

• Make a genuine impact on students' educational journeys
• Be part of inclusive and supportive school communities
• Gain valuable experience working alongside SEND professionals
• Access ongoing CPD and specialist training
• Long-term opportunities with potential for permanent positions
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement

Apply Today

If you're passionate about supporting students with additional needs and helping young people feel included, valued and successful in education, I'd love to hear from you.

Emilia Harris
emilia.harris@teachingpersonnel.com
0117 239 1557

Apply today and help create an environment where every student can participate, progress and thrive.

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