SEND Teaching Assistant

Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant Location: Venturers’ Academy, Bristol E-ACT Venturers’ Academy | Where everything’s possible We are proud to lead a school where every child is known, valued, and supported to thrive. Venturers Academy is a specialist academy for students with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), dedicated to providing an exceptional, nurturing environment where every learner can flourish. Our approach is built on high aspirations, personalised support, and an unwavering belief in our students’ potential. We celebrate individuality, build confidence, and empower young people to achieve meaningful success, academically, socially, and emotionally. Venturers Academy is based across three sites: our Secondary site at Hareclive Road, and two Primary sites at Withywood Road and St Anne’s Park. Each site is a place of opportunity, collaboration, and growth. Whether you are an experienced educator or just beginning your journey in education, we offer a supportive, inclusive environment where your talents will be nurtured, your professional development encouraged, and your contributions truly valued. At Venturers Academy, we do more than educate, we inspire, support, and enable every child, and every colleague, to reach their full potential. Venturers’ Academy is seeking a committed and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to join our specialist team and support pupils with additional learning needs to achieve their full potential. In this rewarding role, you will work closely with children and young people with Autism Spectrum Condition providing tailored support that enables them to access learning, develop independence, and build confidence. As part of our nurturing and inclusive environment, you will play a vital role in ensuring every pupil feels supported, valued and empowered to succeed both academically and personally. Key responsibilities: Provide tailored support to students with Autism Spectrum Condition, both in the classroom and through targeted interventions Support individual and small groups of students to access learning, following teacher planning and guidance Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation using consistent, trauma-informed and autism-aware strategies Build strong, respectful relationships that support students’ confidence, independence, and wellbeing Assist in the implementation of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and personalised learning strategies Support personal care needs where required, with dignity and respect Pay range: NJC 8 - 13 - £23,592.34 - £25,562.47 FTE - £26,824.00 - £29,064.00 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year Permanent Qualifications and Skills: GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics at Grade 4/C or above A recognised Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable) A commitment to supporting children and young people with SEND, particularly Autism Spectrum Condition The ability to work effectively as part of a team and under