Teaching Assistant (Primary SEND)

Location: Bristol / Gloucestershire

Salary: Up to £27,528 + Excellent Benefits

Contract/Position Type: Full-Time, Regular

Closing Date: Sunday, July 12, 2026

Those Huge Small Victories

At Bridge Staffing Agency, we match compassionate professionals with environments where they can build rewarding, impactful careers. We are proud to support Witherslack Group in finding dedicated Teaching Assistants for an incredible new provision: Turner Court School in Bristol.

In our classrooms, we celebrate the little things. There will be plenty of ups and downs, but for some of our young primary pupils, navigating a tough day or simply sitting through a lesson can be a massive win. We call these huge small victories. While they may seem small on the surface, they accumulate over time to completely turn a child's life around. If you are fulfilled by the idea of making these positive changes, you will fit right in.

Be at the Heart of a Brand-New School

Opening this September 2026, Turner Court School is a purpose-built, brand-new, state-of-the-art primary specialist provision. This is an exciting opportunity to serve Bristol and the wider communities, placing you right at the heart of the school's foundational development.

The site will cater to up to 50 primary pupils, ensuring that individual progress and tailored care are at the center of everything offered. The school supports young people with a wide range of needs, including:

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs

Your Role: Get Out What You Put In

As a Teaching Assistant, you will be right by the side of our young people, helping them learn, develop their unique abilities, and rebuild their self-esteem.

What you will bring to the classroom:

A "Can-Do" Attitude: You are a natural team player who rolls up your sleeves to help others.
Passion & Connection: A genuine passion for supporting children to learn and a deep understanding of the impact early integration has on young lives.
Collaborative Spirit: The enthusiasm and baseline expertise required to assist the classroom teacher and coordinate closely alongside our in-house therapists.
Experience: Prior classroom experience is ideal, but if not, full specialist training will be provided!

What We Do For You

Your hard work and dedication will be rewarded with the best salary and benefits package in the education sector:

Exceptional Work-Life Balance: Full school holidays to ensure you remain rested and refreshed.
Health & Well-being: Comprehensive medical cover allowing you to claim back dental and optician costs, an Employee Assistance Programme, and digital well-being tools.
Financial Perks: Matched contributory pension scheme (up to 5%), high-street retail discounts, and a £1,000 "Recommend a Friend" bonus scheme.
Career Progression: A thorough initial induction and continuous on-the-job training. If long-term career development is your goal, note that the vast majority of the group's leaders have been promoted from within.
Flexible Benefits: Tailor your package by increasing or decreasing options like life insurance to suit your lifestyle needs.

Bring Your Whole Self to Work

Inclusion is part of who we are. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that neurodivergent individuals bring to our community. We warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities, and we are completely committed to making our recruitment practices accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the hiring process or in the workplace, Bridge Staffing and Witherslack Group will be there every step of the way.

Safeguarding Notice: Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (fully funded by the employer) and an online background search. We are an equal opportunities employer.