SEND Teaching Assistant - Autism & SEMH - Bridgwater

Full Time Long-Term Opportunity Starting September 2025

TeacherActive is working in partnership with a specialist SEND provision in Bridgwater, seeking a compassionate and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2025 on a full-time, long-term basis.

This setting supports children and young people aged 4 19 with autism, communication and interaction needs, and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs. Many pupils require support with emotional regulation, building relationships, and developing confidence within a structured and predictable environment.

The school takes a therapeutic and autism-informed approach, recognising that behaviour is a form of communication. Staff work closely with pupils to create a safe, nurturing environment where individuals feel understood, supported, and able to engage in learning.

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting pupils both 1:1 and in small groups, helping them to develop communication skills, regulate emotions, and build independence for life beyond education.

• Support pupils with autism and SEMH needs in a structured, supportive environment
• Build positive, trusting relationships to support emotional regulation and engagement
• Assist with personalised learning activities tailored to individual needs
• Support communication development using visual and structured approaches
• Promote independence, confidence, and social skills
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and wider professionals

• Patient, empathetic, and resilient
• Passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs
• Understanding of autism, SEMH, or behaviour as communication (desirable)
• Experience in SEND, care, youth work, or support roles is beneficial but not essential
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Willingness to learn and engage in ongoing training

• Competitive rates of pay
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant available 24/7
• Access to CPD courses and training through My-Progression
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme earn up to £100 when you refer a friend (T&Cs apply)
• PAYE payment structure no hidden fees or umbrella deductions

Interested? Click APPLY NOW and a member of our team will be in touch.

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All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.