We are looking for a patient, enthusiastic, and dedicated Educational Support Worker to join a welcoming and well-resourced special school in Plymouth, supporting pupils across primary and secondary age groups. Our students have a range of additional needs, including Autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and physical disabilities. You will play a vital role in tailoring their educational experiences and supporting their emotional, social, and physical wellbeing throughout the school day. The role is term-time only and will commence in September 2025. Key Responsibilities: Provide individualised and small group support tailored to each pupil s needs and learning plan. Work closely with teaching staff and therapists to implement EHCP targets and adapted curriculum strategies. Support pupils communication, emotional regulation, and behaviour using positive, consistent approaches. Assist with personal care and mobility where required, maintaining dignity and promoting independence. Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils, helping them to feel safe, valued, and confident. Supervise and engage students during learning activities, break times, and transitions throughout the day. Contribute to assessment and progress monitoring by observing and recording student engagement and achievements. What We re Looking For: Experience working with children or young people with special educational needs in a school, care, or community setting. A nurturing, calm, and flexible approach to support. Excellent teamwork and communication skills. A passion for inclusion and helping young people thrive. If you do not have a Non-Voluntary Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, we will need to help you process a new one at a cost of £62.70. This will be refunded after 20 days of work with us. What can Five Education offer you? • Check out our Google reviews for one of the best supply experiences in the southwest! We offer 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) • Recommending a friend bonus scheme • Specialist support/ mentoring while you are working If you think this could be a job for you, please get in touch to find out more from Brett by calling (phone number removed). We are always available for an informal chat if you want to find out more about whether this role is suited to you. Pay: Five Education operates a PAYE payroll; this is the most transparent way to be paid with no hidden fees such as admin fee or employer's NI. Please note pay rate is for illustration and does include holiday pay. Vetting: Five Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all of the staff we employ to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo checks including reference checks, TRA checks and will need to have a DBS; there will also be an interview. 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 Brett on (phone number removed) / (url removed)
Jul 03, 2025
Seasonal
We are looking for a patient, enthusiastic, and dedicated Educational Support Worker to join a welcoming and well-resourced special school in Plymouth, supporting pupils across primary and secondary age groups. Our students have a range of additional needs, including Autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and physical disabilities. You will play a vital role in tailoring their educational experiences and supporting their emotional, social, and physical wellbeing throughout the school day. The role is term-time only and will commence in September 2025. Key Responsibilities: Provide individualised and small group support tailored to each pupil s needs and learning plan. Work closely with teaching staff and therapists to implement EHCP targets and adapted curriculum strategies. Support pupils communication, emotional regulation, and behaviour using positive, consistent approaches. Assist with personal care and mobility where required, maintaining dignity and promoting independence. Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils, helping them to feel safe, valued, and confident. Supervise and engage students during learning activities, break times, and transitions throughout the day. Contribute to assessment and progress monitoring by observing and recording student engagement and achievements. What We re Looking For: Experience working with children or young people with special educational needs in a school, care, or community setting. A nurturing, calm, and flexible approach to support. Excellent teamwork and communication skills. A passion for inclusion and helping young people thrive. If you do not have a Non-Voluntary Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, we will need to help you process a new one at a cost of £62.70. This will be refunded after 20 days of work with us. What can Five Education offer you? • Check out our Google reviews for one of the best supply experiences in the southwest! We offer 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) • Recommending a friend bonus scheme • Specialist support/ mentoring while you are working If you think this could be a job for you, please get in touch to find out more from Brett by calling (phone number removed). We are always available for an informal chat if you want to find out more about whether this role is suited to you. Pay: Five Education operates a PAYE payroll; this is the most transparent way to be paid with no hidden fees such as admin fee or employer's NI. Please note pay rate is for illustration and does include holiday pay. Vetting: Five Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all of the staff we employ to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo checks including reference checks, TRA checks and will need to have a DBS; there will also be an interview. 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 Brett on (phone number removed) / (url removed)
Frome- BA11 4LB Five Education are looking to recruit an SEN Teaching Assistant in Frome. As a Teaching Assistant, you will have the opportunity to work closely with identified children and young people, encouraging them to learn and challenge themselves. Some of the pupils have a diagnosis of Special Education Needs (SEN) such as Autism or ADHD and/ or mental health challenges. Other children at the school have conditions such as Down's Syndrome and GDD. Some of the children experience Social and Emotional Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The role is located in Frome, a car is not essential to get to the school. The work is 5 days a week, term time only and the hours are 8:30-15:30. You would be working 1:1 with children, at times the ratio of adults to children may be 2:1. The successful candidate will have knowledge and experience of working with children, young people or adults who display challenging behaviour. You will need to be compassionate, resilient and be able to establish an excellent rapport with hard-to-reach pupils. The school has excellent facilities and the right person will be joining a welcoming and committed staff team. Responsibilities and duties: Supporting 1:1 in class and around the school. Help the pupils to access the curriculum and possibly tailor the lesson of the activity to their level of ability. Make learning fun, enjoyable and accessible. Be a support to the pupils when they are struggling, and help them to calm down and remain focussed. Essential Criteria: 2 years' worth of references, 1 has to be working with children or vulnerable adults (needs to be recent and this could be paid or volunteer work) A relevant DBS/Police checks. Able to work between 08.30-15.30, 2-5 days a week What can Five Education offer you? One of the best supply experiences in The South West - check out our google reviews! Free specialised, in-person training in areas such as Team Teach, Makaton, PMLD/SLD Awareness, Autism Awareness, and more. Recommend a friend bonus scheme Subsidised initial DBS cost Specialist support/ mentoring while you are working The pay rate is £13.00. an hour. The day is 7 hours with an unpaid 30 min lunch break Including holiday pay Pay: Five Education operates a PAYE payroll; this is the most transparent way to be paid with no hidden fees such as admin fee or employers NI. We are also proud to be an accredited Living Wage employer. Please note pay rate is for illustration and does include holiday pay. Vetting: Five Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all of the staff we employ to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo checks including reference checks, TRA checks and will need to have a DBS; there will also be a face-to-face interview. 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 Helen on (phone number removed) (url removed)
Jan 29, 2025
Seasonal
Frome- BA11 4LB Five Education are looking to recruit an SEN Teaching Assistant in Frome. As a Teaching Assistant, you will have the opportunity to work closely with identified children and young people, encouraging them to learn and challenge themselves. Some of the pupils have a diagnosis of Special Education Needs (SEN) such as Autism or ADHD and/ or mental health challenges. Other children at the school have conditions such as Down's Syndrome and GDD. Some of the children experience Social and Emotional Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The role is located in Frome, a car is not essential to get to the school. The work is 5 days a week, term time only and the hours are 8:30-15:30. You would be working 1:1 with children, at times the ratio of adults to children may be 2:1. The successful candidate will have knowledge and experience of working with children, young people or adults who display challenging behaviour. You will need to be compassionate, resilient and be able to establish an excellent rapport with hard-to-reach pupils. The school has excellent facilities and the right person will be joining a welcoming and committed staff team. Responsibilities and duties: Supporting 1:1 in class and around the school. Help the pupils to access the curriculum and possibly tailor the lesson of the activity to their level of ability. Make learning fun, enjoyable and accessible. Be a support to the pupils when they are struggling, and help them to calm down and remain focussed. Essential Criteria: 2 years' worth of references, 1 has to be working with children or vulnerable adults (needs to be recent and this could be paid or volunteer work) A relevant DBS/Police checks. Able to work between 08.30-15.30, 2-5 days a week What can Five Education offer you? One of the best supply experiences in The South West - check out our google reviews! Free specialised, in-person training in areas such as Team Teach, Makaton, PMLD/SLD Awareness, Autism Awareness, and more. Recommend a friend bonus scheme Subsidised initial DBS cost Specialist support/ mentoring while you are working The pay rate is £13.00. an hour. The day is 7 hours with an unpaid 30 min lunch break Including holiday pay Pay: Five Education operates a PAYE payroll; this is the most transparent way to be paid with no hidden fees such as admin fee or employers NI. We are also proud to be an accredited Living Wage employer. Please note pay rate is for illustration and does include holiday pay. Vetting: Five Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all of the staff we employ to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo checks including reference checks, TRA checks and will need to have a DBS; there will also be a face-to-face interview. 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 Helen on (phone number removed) (url removed)
Full-time SEMH Teaching Assistant - Bath. Location: BA1/BA2 Position: Full-Time SEMH Teaching Assistant Term Time Only: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm Start Date: 27th January 2025 Five Education is seeking a passionate, full-time Teaching Assistant to support students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and trauma. The ideal candidate will have experience working with vulnerable students and be able to provide both academic and emotional support, building trusting relationships to foster growth. You will be expected to assist teachers in delivering tailored lessons, offer one-on-one support to students, and help create a safe and positive learning environment. A compassionate and patient approach is essential, as well as the ability to establish trusting relationships with students to encourage their academic and personal development. Key Responsibilities: - Support students with SEMH and trauma-related needs - Assist with personalized learning plans - Manage challenging behaviour in an inclusive environment - Build supportive relationships with students - Collaborate with teachers and staff for comprehensive support Essential Criteria: - Experience with SEMH or special educational needs - Background in trauma-informed practice (desirable) - Passionate about supporting vulnerable students - Right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available) - Relevant references and DBS checks - Availability for 5 days a week, term-time (Mon - Fri, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM) Why Join Five Education? - Support throughout your job search with mentoring - Free specialized training (Team Teach, Makaton, Autism Awareness, etc.) - Free DBS (refunded after 20 days) - £150 Amazon Voucher for recommending a friend How to Apply: For more information or to apply, contact Tom at (phone number removed) or (url removed). Five Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All successful candidates will undergo DBS and reference checks. Pay: PAYE payroll with no hidden fees.
Jan 29, 2025
Seasonal
Full-time SEMH Teaching Assistant - Bath. Location: BA1/BA2 Position: Full-Time SEMH Teaching Assistant Term Time Only: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm Start Date: 27th January 2025 Five Education is seeking a passionate, full-time Teaching Assistant to support students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and trauma. The ideal candidate will have experience working with vulnerable students and be able to provide both academic and emotional support, building trusting relationships to foster growth. You will be expected to assist teachers in delivering tailored lessons, offer one-on-one support to students, and help create a safe and positive learning environment. A compassionate and patient approach is essential, as well as the ability to establish trusting relationships with students to encourage their academic and personal development. Key Responsibilities: - Support students with SEMH and trauma-related needs - Assist with personalized learning plans - Manage challenging behaviour in an inclusive environment - Build supportive relationships with students - Collaborate with teachers and staff for comprehensive support Essential Criteria: - Experience with SEMH or special educational needs - Background in trauma-informed practice (desirable) - Passionate about supporting vulnerable students - Right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available) - Relevant references and DBS checks - Availability for 5 days a week, term-time (Mon - Fri, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM) Why Join Five Education? - Support throughout your job search with mentoring - Free specialized training (Team Teach, Makaton, Autism Awareness, etc.) - Free DBS (refunded after 20 days) - £150 Amazon Voucher for recommending a friend How to Apply: For more information or to apply, contact Tom at (phone number removed) or (url removed). Five Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All successful candidates will undergo DBS and reference checks. Pay: PAYE payroll with no hidden fees.
Five Education are looking for a bright and positive EYFS Nursery Worker to support children in a nursery in Filton, North Bristol. You would be working with toddlers and children up to the age of 5 with EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) learning. The role involves maintaining a safe and secure, tidy, clean and child-friendly environment while contributing to the learning and development of young click apply for full job details
Dec 13, 2022
Seasonal
Five Education are looking for a bright and positive EYFS Nursery Worker to support children in a nursery in Filton, North Bristol. You would be working with toddlers and children up to the age of 5 with EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) learning. The role involves maintaining a safe and secure, tidy, clean and child-friendly environment while contributing to the learning and development of young click apply for full job details
Are you looking to start a career in education?Are you passionate about making a difference in the life of students who struggle with mainstream education?Five Education has the right roles for you!We are looking for motivated individuals who are willing to commit 2 to 5 days a week to work with students with SEMH needs in an Alternative Learning Provision in East Bristol. Given the challenging needs of the students, you will need to be highly resilient, motivated and resourceful.Responsibilities and duties:• Supporting 1:1 in class and around the school• Help the students to access the curriculum• Be a support to the students when they are struggling, and help them to calm down and remain focussed• If necessary, tailor the lesson of the activity to the need of the young people and their level of ability• Build a strong relationship with the students and teaching staff to ensure that the pupils are achieving their potentialEssential Criteria:• 2 years' worth of references • A relevant DBS/Police check and proof of right to work in the UK• Able to work between 08.30-15.30 and 2 to 5 days a week, term time only What can Five Education offer you?• One of the best supply experiences in Bristol - check out our google reviews!• Free specialised, in-person training in areas such as Team Teach, Makaton, PMLD/SLD Awareness, Autism Awareness, and more.• Recommend a friend bonus scheme• Subsidised initial DBS cost (we pay £15, you pay £30, refunded when you work 5 days!)• Specialist support/ mentoring while you are workingFive Education operates a PAYE payroll; this is the most transparent way to be paid with no hidden fees such as admin fee or employers NI. We are also proud to be an accredited Living Wage employer. Please note pay rate is for illustration and does include holiday pay.Vetting: Five Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all of the staff we employ to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo checks including reference checks, TRA checks and will need to have a DBS; there will also be a face-to-face interview.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.
Dec 12, 2022
Full time
Are you looking to start a career in education?Are you passionate about making a difference in the life of students who struggle with mainstream education?Five Education has the right roles for you!We are looking for motivated individuals who are willing to commit 2 to 5 days a week to work with students with SEMH needs in an Alternative Learning Provision in East Bristol. Given the challenging needs of the students, you will need to be highly resilient, motivated and resourceful.Responsibilities and duties:• Supporting 1:1 in class and around the school• Help the students to access the curriculum• Be a support to the students when they are struggling, and help them to calm down and remain focussed• If necessary, tailor the lesson of the activity to the need of the young people and their level of ability• Build a strong relationship with the students and teaching staff to ensure that the pupils are achieving their potentialEssential Criteria:• 2 years' worth of references • A relevant DBS/Police check and proof of right to work in the UK• Able to work between 08.30-15.30 and 2 to 5 days a week, term time only What can Five Education offer you?• One of the best supply experiences in Bristol - check out our google reviews!• Free specialised, in-person training in areas such as Team Teach, Makaton, PMLD/SLD Awareness, Autism Awareness, and more.• Recommend a friend bonus scheme• Subsidised initial DBS cost (we pay £15, you pay £30, refunded when you work 5 days!)• Specialist support/ mentoring while you are workingFive Education operates a PAYE payroll; this is the most transparent way to be paid with no hidden fees such as admin fee or employers NI. We are also proud to be an accredited Living Wage employer. Please note pay rate is for illustration and does include holiday pay.Vetting: Five Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all of the staff we employ to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo checks including reference checks, TRA checks and will need to have a DBS; there will also be a face-to-face interview.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.
Are you passionate about supporting students and their needs? Are you looking to gain classroom experience as a Teaching Assistant? Five Education is supporting a SEMH secondary school in Swindon. This school will provide you with excellent opportunities for professional development to be able to progress to become Teachers/Instructors click apply for full job details
Dec 07, 2022
Full time
Are you passionate about supporting students and their needs? Are you looking to gain classroom experience as a Teaching Assistant? Five Education is supporting a SEMH secondary school in Swindon. This school will provide you with excellent opportunities for professional development to be able to progress to become Teachers/Instructors click apply for full job details
