Full-Time | Term-Time Only | Long-Term & Permanent Roles AvailableImmediate Starts | Ideal for Art & English Graduates

We are recruiting Graduate SEN Learning Support Assistants to work in specialist SEN schools across Bristol. This role is ideal for graduates from Art, English Language, Creative Writing, Media, Humanities or related subjects who are looking to apply their creativity in a meaningful, people-focused role.

You will support children and young people with Autism, Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH), ADHD, communication difficulties and additional learning needs, using creative and engaging approaches to help them access education.

This position provides excellent hands-on experience for graduates considering careers in education, SEN, speech and language, mental health, psychology, therapy or youth work.

As a Creative Graduate SEN Learning Support Assistant, you will:

• Support pupils 1:1 or in small groups within the classroom
• Use creative approaches to support engagement and communication
• Help pupils build confidence, emotional expression and social interaction
• Support students with language development, reading, writing and communication
• Assist with emotional regulation, routines and positive behaviour strategies
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral teams
• Help create an inclusive, calm and supportive learning environment

Many pupils you support will benefit from creative communication methods and alternative ways of expressing thoughts, emotions and ideas.

This role is particularly suited to graduates with degrees in:

• Art
• English Language or English Literature
• Creative Writing
• Media, Film or Journalism
• Humanities or Social Sciences

You may also have experience through:

• Volunteering or mentoring
• Tutoring or youth work
• Art workshops, creative projects or community work
• Supporting children or young people in any setting

No formal teaching qualifications are required. Training and support are provided.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Creativity, patience and adaptability
• Confidence engaging young people through conversation or creative activity
• A calm, supportive approach to behaviour and emotional needs
• Willingness to learn about SEN and inclusive education
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply)

• Experience supporting children with SEN or additional needs
• Interest in Autism, SEMH or communication support
• Knowledge of behaviour support or trauma-informed practice
• Safeguarding or first aid training
• Interest in progressing into education or therapeutic roles

• Weekly pay via PAYE (no umbrella deductions)
• Flexible working options (3–5 days per week)
• Access to accredited CPD, including:
  • SEN Awareness
  • Autism & SEMH Training
  • Team Teach (behaviour de-escalation)
  • Safeguarding and Child Protection
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles in Bristol schools
• A rewarding role where creativity directly supports student progress

This position allows you to:

• Apply creative and communication skills in a real-world setting
• Gain valuable experience before teacher training or postgraduate study
• Work in education without committing to formal teacher training yet
• Make a meaningful difference to children who learn in different ways
• Build a strong foundation for careers in SEN, education or wellbeing

If you are a creative graduate looking for a paid, purposeful role where your skills genuinely matter, we would love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.