Teaching assistant

Five Education
📍 Stone-edge Batch, Somerset, United Kingdom 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted June 20, 2026

Job Description

An excellent, well-resourced special school in Nailsea is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team. This role involves working with pupils who have Special Educational Needs and/or mental health challenges, providing 1:1 and small-group support throughout the school day.

This opportunity would suit someone with experience as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant (LSA), Support Worker, Care Worker, Youth Worker, or similar. However, applicants from related backgrounds such as mental health, sport, care, or youth work are also encouraged to apply.

The school has fantastic feedback from parents and supply staff and is known for its welcoming, inclusive environment. It is easily accessible by public transport and requires staff who can commit to full-time (5 days per week). For experienced candidates, pay rates can reflect this.

The Role Will Involve:

Supporting pupils 1:1 and in small groups, both ...

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Job Details

  • Location Stone-edge Batch, Somerset
  • Job Type Full-time
  • Category educational-instruction-and-library
  • Posted Date June 20, 2026
  • Application Deadline July 30, 2026