74 jobs found in Wells

SEN Teaching Assistant - Year 3 | Part-Time | Somerset Location: Wells, Somerset Days: Monday, Thursday & Friday Hours: 08:30 - 13:30 Pay: £14.66 - £16.56 per hour (depending on experience & pay type) Prospero Teaching is looking for a dedicated and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to support a Year 3 pupil with ADHD, Autism, and Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) at one of our partnered primary schools. The pupil occasionally presents with challenging behaviour, so we are seeking someone confident, calm, and nurturing in their approach. The Role Provide consistent 1:1 support to a Year 3 pupil with a range of complex needs. Implement strategies to reduce anxiety, support emotional regulation, and promote positive learning experiences. Work collaboratively with classroom teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals. Support the pupil in developing independence and accessing the curriculum at their pace. Use de-escalation strategies when needed and build a strong,...

Supply Teachers Needed - Full-Time or Part-Time - Wells Zen Educate is looking for versatile and dedicated Supply Teachers to join a prestigious independent school in Wells. If you're a qualified teacher seeking flexible work that allows you to teach in a distinguished setting on a full-time or part-time basis, we have immediate opportunities for you. The Role: Flexible Teaching in a Distinguished Setting As a Supply Teacher, you will be crucial in ensuring continuity of education within a school renowned for its academic excellence and supportive environment. This role is ideal for experienced teachers who thrive in diverse settings and can quickly adapt to various age groups and subjects, from primary to secondary. Your responsibilities will include: * Delivering Pre-Planned Lessons: Implementing lessons across different subjects as set by the absent teacher. * Classroom Management: Maintaining a positive and productive learning atmosphere, adhering to the...

Flexible Teaching Assistants Needed - All Ages - Wells Area Zen Educate is looking for enthusiastic and adaptable Teaching Assistants (TAs) to join primary and secondary schools in the Wells area. If you're a compassionate individual looking for flexible work supporting pupils across all age groups, we have rewarding opportunities available for both full-time and part-time hours. The Role: Support Across the School Spectrum As an All-Age Teaching Assistant, you will be instrumental in helping pupils of different ages and abilities thrive. You will have the chance to work in various settings, which may include: * Primary Support: Assisting young learners with phonics, reading, and early classroom activities. * Secondary Support: Aiding older students in core subjects, managing classroom behaviour, and helping with practical tasks. * General & 1:1 Support: Providing both whole-class assistance and dedicated one-on-one help for students with...

Job Title: Secondary Science Teacher Location: Street & surrounding areas (Somerset) Start Date: February 2026 Salary: £140 – £180 per day (dependent on experience) Working Pattern: Full-time (part-time and flexible opportunities available) Are you a passionate Secondary Science Teacher looking for your next teaching opportunity? Would you like to work in supportive and forward-thinking secondary schools across Street and the surrounding Somerset areas, inspiring pupils across Biology, Chemistry, and Physics? TeacherActive is currently welcoming expressions of interest from enthusiastic and committed Secondary Science Teachers for roles starting February 2026. Schools are already planning ahead for the new term, making now the ideal time to register and access opportunities before roles are formally advertised. This opportunity is suitable for experienced teachers and ECTs, with roles available across KS3 and KS4, and potential KS5 depending on experience and specialism....

Job Description: Are you a resilient, compassionate and motivated individual who is passionate about making a difference in children’s lives? We are seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our Resource Base for pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. About the Role As part of our inclusive and nurturing school community, you will work alongside experienced teachers and support staff to help pupils with SEMH needs engage positively with learning and school life. Each day brings new challenges and rewards — no two days are the same. You will: * Support pupils in developing positive relationships, emotional regulation, and learning skills. * Work 1:1 or with small groups to deliver targeted interventions. * Help create a safe, supportive and stimulating learning environment. * Work closely with teachers, therapists and other professionals to meet individual pupil needs. * Model patience, empathy and consistency at all times. About You We...

SEND Science Teacher Somerset Start Date: ASAP We are seeking a dedicated SEND Science Teacher to join a specialist provision in Somerset supporting pupils across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD). This role is ideal for a Science Teacher with experience in SEND who is passionate about helping young people re-engage with learning. As a SEND Science Teacher, you will deliver adapted and meaningful science lessons that support pupils’ academic progress while also promoting emotional regulation, confidence and positive behaviour within a structured, nurturing environment. The Setting This specialist SEND provision supports pupils in KS3 and KS4 who have experienced barriers to mainstream education. Many learners present with SEMH needs, autism and additional learning difficulties. The setting offers small class sizes, high staff-to-pupil ratios, and a strong emphasis on relationships, routine...

Maths Specialist Teacher – SEND KS3 Somerset Start Date: ASAP  Long-term role Are you a passionate Maths teacher with experience supporting pupils with SEND, looking for a long-term opportunity to make a real difference? We are seeking a SEND KS3 Maths Specialist Teacher to join a supportive, pupil-centred provision in Somerset. In this role, you will work with young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, helping them access the curriculum, build confidence, and develop essential skills in a calm, structured environment. Your expertise in Maths will enable pupils to engage with learning in a way that is accessible, meaningful, and motivating. About the Role This long-term opportunity is ideal for a teacher who is patient, adaptable, and resilient. You will work with Key Stage 3 pupils, many of whom have additional needs including ASD, learning difficulties, and SEMH. You will help pupils achieve academic success...

SEND Teaching Assistant Jobs – Somerset / Bristol Teaching Personnel | Full-Time & Part-Time | Immediate Start SEN Teaching Assistant / SEN TA / Learning Support Assistant / Teaching Assistant – SEN Teaching Personnel are recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants and experienced Teaching Assistants to work in SEN schools and specialist provisions across Bristol and surrounding areas including BS9, BS10, BS11, BS13 and BS24. We have immediate vacancies available and can place candidates as soon as vetting is completed. Both full-time and part-time roles are available. Job Description – SEN Teaching Assistant As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will be supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN), working either 1:1 or in small groups. The majority of roles involve supporting pupils with: Autism (ASD) High-functioning SEN Challenging behaviour These roles require patience, resilience, and a genuine interest in working within the SEN sector. ⏰ Working...

Job Title: KS2 Primary Teacher Location: Langport & surrounding areas (Somerset) Start Date: February 2026 Salary: £140 – £160 per day (dependent on experience) Working Pattern: Full-time (part-time and flexible opportunities available) Are you a passionate KS2 Primary Teacher ready for your next exciting opportunity? Are you a Primary-trained Teacher with QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) looking to make a real impact? Would you love to work in welcoming, supportive primary schools across Langport and the surrounding Somerset areas, where you can truly make a difference to pupils’ learning and development? TeacherActive is inviting expressions of interest from enthusiastic and dedicated KS2 Primary Teachers for roles starting February 2026. Schools are already planning for the new term, so now is the perfect time to get registered and secure opportunities before vacancies are formally advertised. Whether you’re an experienced teacher or an ECT at the start of your career,...

Tradewind Recruitment are seeking skilled level 3, British Sign Language (BSL) practitioners to join specialist schools that cater to deaf children and those who are hard of hearing from January 2026. This is an exciting opportunity for experienced BSL Teaching Assistants to support pupils with hearing impairments and additional needs, helping them to access learning, develop communication skills and build confidence in nurturing and inclusive schools across Bristol. The Role: Providing 1:1 and small group support using BSL to facilitate communication and learning Assisting class teachers with adapted lessons and individualised support plans Promoting independence, confidence, and positive social interaction among pupils Supporting the inclusion of pupils with hearing impairments within the wider school community What We're Looking For: BSL qualification (Level 3 preferred - minimum Level 2 required) Experience supporting children or young people with hearing impairments (in...

Psychology Graduate – Learning Support Assistant Mainstream Primary School – Nailsea Start: ASAP / After February Half Term Full-Time | Until End of Academic Year (potential to continue) £90–£110 per day (depending on experience) We’re working with a supportive mainstream primary school in Nailsea who are looking to appoint a Psychology graduate to join them as a Learning Support Assistant. This role would suit someone considering a future career in Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Teaching or SEN, and looking to gain hands-on experience working with children in a school setting. You’ll be supporting pupils across the school, including children with additional needs such as ASD, ADHD and SEMH needs. Some 1:1 support may be required. The school has a strong SEN team and provides guidance and structure, making it a great setting for a graduate looking to build practical experience. The role will involve: * Supporting pupils in class to access learning *...

Looking for a teaching role that feels right? We’re working with a range of welcoming primary schools across North Somerset (BS20-BS25, BS40, BS48)who are looking for passionate, reliable teachers to join them. Whether you’re after full-time stability or part-time flexibility, we’ll match you with a school that suits your style. From EYFS to Year 6, we’ve got opportunities in supportive settings where behaviour policies are clear, SLT are present, and classrooms are places you can actually teach. We’re looking for teachers who: Hold UK QTS Have strong classroom and behaviour management Build positive, consistent routines Want to feel valued, not just placed You might be: An ECT looking for the right first school An experienced teacher ready for a change A teacher seeking better work-life balance A supply teacher wanting something more consistent Why work with Protocol Education? Weekly PAYE pay, no umbrella companies FREE access to our online CPD Academy A dedicated...

Emotional and Academic Support Assistant - Bath - LT FT Join Our Dedicated Team as a Learning Support Assistant! Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of young learners? Do you possess the skills to provide exceptional one-on-one support to help children thrive academically? If so, we have exciting opportunities for you at our vibrant and inclusive primary schools in Bath from term 4 onwards when term resumes on Monday 23rd of February. Position: Learning Support Assistant Location: Bath Hours: Full-time, 8:30am-3:30pm We are seeking compassionate and skilled Learning Support Assistants to support children in various age groups. These children will require dedicated one-to-one support both inside and outside the classroom in the new year. Your invaluable assistance will help foster their learning, development, and overall well-being. Responsibilities: Provide one-on-one support to the child, adapting teaching methods to suit their individual...

Job Title: Primary Teacher (ECT) Location: Bath Start date: February 23rd 2026 Pay rate: £140-£150 p/d (6.5hrs) Are you a dedicated ECT (NQT) that's recently completed their PGCE and obtained QTS? Are you looking for supply teaching work across primary schools in Bath, to help you find that permanent teaching role you're looking for? It can be a great way to build up your confidence and experience as an ECT. Tradewind Recruitment are currently looking for enthusiastic and committed Early Career Teachers to register with us and then teach in our primary schools in and around Bath, specifically for daily supply from term 4 onwards, with a view of securing a contract role at a school you like soon into the new year. It's never too early to register with a trusted agency, we have a 5-star rating on google from over 240 reviews because we look after our Teachers and TAs while offering top rates of pay. So don't just take our word for it! Check out our google reviews now . #BRITEACH

We are seeking a calm, resilient, and compassionate Behaviour Mentor to support children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs at a welcoming and supportive school in Bridgwater. This role is ideal for someone who is confident in building strong relationships, setting clear boundaries, and supporting pupils to develop emotional regulation, positive behaviour, and engagement with learning. You will play a key role in helping pupils feel safe, understood, and supported to succeed both academically and socially. - Working hours are 8:30am - 3:30pm. We are ideally looking for full-time availability, however part-time applications are also welcome. The Role - Provide 1:1 and small group behaviour support for pupils with SEMH needs - Build trusting, consistent relationships that encourage emotional regulation and positive decision-making - Support pupils to manage behaviour using calm de-escalation strategies and clear, consistent...

Special needs teaching assistant for a specialist school in Bridgwater Somerset Do you have experience supporting vulnerable children or adults with special needs? Have you supported children within the care sector but tired of the long hours? Perhaps you have worked in a mainstream school but are looking to work in a different setting with more focus on a smaller group of students? Whatever your motivation may be, we are currently looking for a number of teaching assistants to support students of varying ages with MLD, SLD or complex needs at a small specialist school in the town of Bridgwater. The school which is part of a small federation of schools in Somerset, has two sites in town. The school ethos at its core is always child first centred and at the heart of everything they do. Encouraging and offering education to enrich student experiences whilst also providing them essential life skills to offer independence where possible. So what are we looking for? - Experience in...

Year 2 Teacher / KS1 Teacher - Weston-super-Mare Start: ASAP or April for the right candidate Full-Time contract running to the end of academic year Opportunity for a Permanent contract from September 2026 M1–M6 Salaries (£150–£220 per day equivalent) TLR on offer for the right candidate We’re currently working with a great primary school in Weston-super-Mare who are looking to appoint a Year 2 Teacher / KS1 Teacher from after February half term through to the end of the academic year. The school could wait until Easter for the right candidate. The school is graded Outstanding and has built a strong reputation locally. It’s well-led, well-organised and a place where staff feel supported and valued. There’s a real team ethos — people muck in, support one another and take pride in what they do. Because of this, staff retention is strong. This role is a full class teaching position in Year 2. Planning and marking responsibilities are included, and you’ll be supported by an...

1:1 Learning Support Assistant / LSA (ASD) Mainstream Primary School – Weston-super-Mare Start: ASAP / After February Half Term Full-Time | Until End of Academic Year (with potential to continue) £90–£110 per day (depending on experience) We’re working with a welcoming mainstream primary school in Weston-super-Mare who are looking to appoint a dedicated 1:1 Learning Support Assistant / LSA to support a pupil with Autism (ASD) and some associated challenging behaviour. This is a rewarding role in a supportive school that takes inclusion seriously. The child requires consistency, patience and someone confident in setting clear boundaries while building a positive, trusting relationship. You’ll be working closely with the class teacher, SENCo and wider support staff to help the pupil access learning, manage emotions and feel secure within the school environment. The role will involve: * Providing 1:1 support within the classroom * Supporting emotional regulation and...

Learning Support Mentor - Apprenticeship Location: Weston-super-Mare     Start date: ASAP (September College start) Type: Temp-to-perm Hours: 9:30am - 3:30pm, Monday to Friday, term-time only Salary: £15.38 during trial (£18,000 pa perm equivalent) Are you passionate about making a difference in young people’s lives? We are looking for a caring, motivated Apprentice Learning Support Mentor to join our alternative provision, supporting children and young people with additional needs. This is an exciting opportunity for someone aged 16+ who is interested in a long-term career supporting children and is ready to commit to a 4-year apprenticeship programme, combining hands-on experience with professional training. About the role As an Apprentice Learning Support Mentor, you will: Support children with additional needs in a small, nurturing alternative provision setting Help pupils engage with learning, develop confidence, and build positive relationships Work closely with...

Job Title: KS2 Primary Teacher Location: Weston-super-Mare & surrounding areas Start Date: February 2026 Salary: £140 – £160 per day (dependent on experience) Working Pattern: Full-time (part-time and flexible opportunities available) Are you a passionate KS2 Primary Teacher looking for your next opportunity? Are you a trained Primary Teacher who holds QTS? Would you like to work in welcoming, supportive primary schools across Weston-super-Mare and the surrounding areas, where you can make a genuine difference to pupils’ learning and development? TeacherActive is currently inviting expressions of interest from enthusiastic and committed KS2 Primary Teachers for roles starting February 2026. We’re working closely with schools who are already planning ahead for the new term, making now the perfect time to register and secure opportunities before they’re formally advertised. This opportunity is ideal for experienced teachers and ECTs, offering a variety of placements to suit...