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Protocol Education Ltd; West of England; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE

CPD training library

Refer-a-Friend Bonus

Paid classroom experience

Dedicated local consultants

Job summary

Protocol Education is seeking graduates to support learning in Bristol classrooms. You will assist across KS1 and KS2, working alongside teachers and school staff to help pupils succeed. This paid temporary role offers hands-on classroom exposure and the chance to develop key skills.

No previous school experience is required; transferable skills from studies or volunteering are welcome. You will gain valuable communication, organisation and confidence through diverse classroom settings.

Qualifications

• Degree or postgraduate qualification.
• Interest in education or related field.
• Strong communication and adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Supporting learning in the classroom.
• Working one-to-one with pupils who need additional support.
• Leading small group activities and interventions.
• Encouraging pupil engagement and confidence.
• Assisting with classroom organisation and behaviour management.
• Providing positive encouragement throughout the school day.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Confidence

Positive attitude

Reliability

Job description

Have you recently completed a degree or postgraduate qualification and are looking for meaningful work while deciding on your next career move?

Protocol Education works closely with primary schools across Bristol that are looking for enthusiastic, reliable and motivated graduates to support learning in the classroom. Whether you're considering a future in education or simply looking for rewarding work while pursuing opportunities related to your degree, this is a fantastic way to develop valuable professional skills and gain paid experience.

Schools are seeking individuals who can bring confidence, communication skills, adaptability and a positive attitude to their classrooms. You don't need previous school experience. If you've developed transferable skills through your studies, volunteering, part-time work, research or placements, we'd love to hear from you.

This role offers the chance to make a genuine difference while building experience that is highly valued across a wide range of careers, including teaching, psychology, social work, healthcare, youth services, HR, management and public sector roles.

Why Graduates Do Well in Schools

Through your degree, you've already developed skills that schools value highly:

• Communication and relationship-building
• Organisation and time management
• Problem-solving and critical thinking
• Confidence working with diverse groups of people
• Adaptability and resilience
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Initiative and professionalism
• The ability to learn quickly and respond to challenges

These are the same qualities that help children succeed in the classroom.

The Role

You'll work alongside experienced teachers and school staff, supporting pupils across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.

Responsibilities may include:

• Supporting learning in the classroom
• Working one-to-one with pupils who need additional support
• Leading small group activities and interventions
• Encouraging pupil engagement and confidence
• Assisting with classroom organisation and behaviour management
• Providing positive encouragement throughout the school day

This is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience while exploring whether a career in education is right for you.

Pay & Benefits

• £14.30 - £15.25 per hour
• Weekly PAYE pay with no hidden deductions
• Flexible work that fits around interviews, applications and other commitments
• Paid classroom experience in local Bristol schools
• Free access to our CPD training library, including behaviour management and classroom fundamentals
• Opportunities to gain experience across a variety of school settings
• Dedicated local consultants who understand graduate career pathways
• Regular work available from late September onwards
• £250 Refer-a-Friend Bonus

What You Can Expect

• Friendly and supportive primary schools across Bristol
• Experience supporting pupils in KS1 and KS2
• Guidance from experienced teachers and school leaders
• Opportunities to work one-to-one, with small groups, or within whole-class settings
• A chance to develop valuable professional skills
• Insight into careers working with children and young people

This Role Is Perfect If You

• Are a graduate or postgraduate
• Are looking for meaningful interim work while pursuing a career related to your degree
• Are considering teaching, psychology, social work or another people-focused profession
• Enjoy working with children and making a positive impact
• Are confident communicating with others
• Are reliable, proactive and keen to learn
• Want to develop transferable skills that will strengthen your CV

What We Need to Clear You

• Passport or proof of right to work in the UK
• Two proofs of address (e.g. driving licence, utility bill, council tax statement, P45 or P60)
• CV covering the last 10 years of work and/or education, with any gaps explained
• References covering the last 2 years, including academic or childcare references where applicable
• Overseas police check if you have lived abroad for 3 months or more within the last 5 years

Looking for Your Next Step?

If you're searching for flexible, rewarding work from late September while exploring career options or waiting for the right opportunity aligned with your degree, this could be the perfect fit.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the 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 FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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