Location: Bristol
Start Date: September 2026
Pay: £90–£100 per day
Contract: Full-Time, Term Time Only
Are you a Psychology Graduate looking to gain hands-on experience supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?
We are seeking a compassionate, resilient, and motivated individual to work on a 1:1 basis with a primary-aged pupil in a supportive Bristol school from September. This is an excellent opportunity for graduates considering careers in Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Teaching, Speech and Language Therapy, Mental Health, or Social Work.
The Role
As a 1:1 SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will:
Build a positive and trusting relationship with a primary-aged pupil.
Support the child's emotional regulation and social development.
Help the pupil access learning within the classroom.
Implement behaviour support strategies and work alongside the class teacher and SENCO.
Provide consistent encouragement and reassurance throughout the school day.
Support the development of confidence, self-esteem, and independence.
Work closely with teaching staff, parents, and external professionals where required.
The Ideal Candidate
Holds a degree in Psychology or a related subject.
Has a genuine interest in SEN, SEMH, and child development.
Is patient, empathetic, and emotionally resilient.
Has strong communication and relationship-building skills.
Understands behaviour as a form of communication.
Is able to remain calm and positive in challenging situations.
Previous experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable individuals is desirable but not essential.
What the School Offers
A welcoming and supportive staff team.
Valuable experience working with SEMH needs.
Ongoing training and development opportunities.
The opportunity to make a genuine difference in a child's educational journey.
A rewarding and varied role within a highly inclusive school environment.
This position would suit somebody who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and is looking to gain meaningful experience in a school setting before pursuing a career in education, psychology, or mental health.
Apply today to secure a September start and begin your journey supporting young people to achieve their full potential.
Essential Criteria:
• Able to work 5 days a week (term time only), Monday-Friday 8:30-15:30
• Right to work in the UK – we CANNOT accept sponsorship or a skilled worker visa
• Minimum two recent references, covering the last two years
• Up-to-date DBS/police check, or be willing to obtain one*
*Please note, if you do not have a Non-Voluntary Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, we will need to help you process a new one at a cost of £62.70. This will be refunded after 20 days of work with us.
What can Five Education offer you?
• Check out our Google reviews for one of the best supply experiences in Bristol! We offer free specialised training in areas such as Team Teach, Makaton, PMLD/SLD Awareness, Autism Awareness, and more
• Free DBS (refunded when you work 20 days)
• Recommending a friend bonus scheme
• Specialist support / mentoring while you are working
If you think this could be a job for you, please get in touch to find out more from Kate at (phone number removed). We are always available for an informal chat if you want to find out more about whether this role is suited to you.
Pay: Five Education operates a PAYE payroll; this is the most transparent way to be paid with no hidden fees such as admin fee or employer's NI. Please note pay rate is for illustration and does include holiday pay.
Vetting: Five Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all of the staff we employ to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo checks including reference checks, TRA checks and will need to have a DBS. There will also be an interview.
We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as they are currently under-represented at this level.
Essential Criteria:
• Able to work 5 days a week (term time only), Monday-Friday 8:30-15:30
• Right to work in the UK – we CANNOT accept sponsorship or a skilled worker visa
• Minimum two recent references, covering the last two years
• Up-to-date DBS/police check, or be willing to obtain one*
*Please note, if you do not have a Non-Voluntary Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, we will need to help you process a new one at a cost of £62.70. This will be refunded after 20 days of work with us.
What can Five Education offer you?
• Check out our Google reviews for one of the best supply experiences in Bristol! We offer free specialised training in areas such as Team Teach, Makaton, PMLD/SLD Awareness, Autism Awareness, and more
• Free DBS (refunded when you work 20 days)
• Recommending a friend bonus scheme
• Specialist support / mentoring while you are working
If you think this could be a job for you, please get in touch to find out more from Kate at (phone number removed). We are always available for an informal chat if you want to find out more about whether this role is suited to you.
Pay: Five Education operates a PAYE payroll; this is the most transparent way to be paid with no hidden fees such as admin fee or employer's NI. Please note pay rate is for illustration and does include holiday pay.
Vetting: Five Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all of the staff we employ to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo checks including reference checks, TRA checks and will need to have a DBS. There will also be an interview.
We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as they are currently under-represented at this level.
Contact Blake on (phone number removed) / (url removed)
Salary description
£95.00 - £100.00 per day