Primary Teaching Assistant

Connex Education; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rates

Weekly PAYE

Flexible roles

CPD access

Career progression

Wellbeing support

Referral bonus £200

GCA approved supplier

Job summary

Connex Education Partnership is seeking Primary Teaching Assistants to support a network of Yeovil-based schools. This varied role offers day-to-day supply, regular part-time, or longer-term placements, with opportunities to work across multiple schools and age ranges.

Competitive daily rates, weekly PAYE and access to our SEND Toolkit are included, along with funded qualifications and career progression through the Care to Classroom programme.

Qualifications

• Experience in SEND or classroom settings is advantageous but not essential.
• Patient, encouraging and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork.
• Willingness to undertake safeguarding training.
• Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service, or willingness to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support for pupils with diverse learning needs.
• Assist with one-to-one, small-group and classroom activities.
• Encourage independence, confidence and positive learning habits.
• Support communication, emotional regulation and social development.
• Follow guidance from teachers and school teams.
• Maintain a calm, inclusive classroom environment.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Collaborative team-working

Commitment to supporting children with

Safeguarding awareness or training

Patient and resilient approach

Job description

Primary Teaching Assistant
Location:Yeovil
Salary: £93 – £110 per day (dependent on experience and qualifications)
Start Date: September 2026

Connex Education is working exclusively with a large, highly respected Multi-Academy Trust (BWMAT) that supports an extensive network of schools across Yeovil. The Trust is renowned for its inclusive values, strong community focus, supportive leadership and commitment to nurturing both pupils and staff. Many of its schools maintain close links with local communities and prioritise wellbeing, collaboration, and high-quality teaching and learning.

About the Role

Connex Education is seeking Primary Teaching Assistants to support a variety of inclusive primary schools throughout the Yeovil + Surrounding areas.
This opportunity is ideal for individuals who appreciate variety, wish to gain experience across different school settings, and are passionate about enabling children with additional needs to thrive in a positive, inclusive environment.
Positions may include day-to-day supply work, regular part-time roles or longer-term placements, offering the flexibility to align with your experience, availability and career aspirations.

Key Responsibilities of a Primary Teaching Assistant

• Provide tailored support for pupils with diverse additional learning needs
• Assist with one-to-one support, small-group activities and classroom-based learning
• Encourage pupils to develop independence, confidence and positive learning habits
• Support communication, emotional regulation and social development as required
• Follow guidance from teachers, SENDCos and wider school teams
• Contribute to maintaining a calm, inclusive and supportive classroom environment

Essential Requirements to become a Primary Teaching Assistant

• Previous experience in SEND, care, youth work or classroom settings is advantageous but not essential
• A patient, encouraging and resilient approach
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative team-working attitude
• Genuine commitment to supporting children with additional needs
• Understanding of safeguarding principles or willingness to undertake relevant training
• Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service, or willingness to apply

Why Join Connex Education?

• Competitive daily rates, paid weekly via PAYE
• Flexible roles across a wide network of primary schools in Yeovil
• Complimentary access to our SEND Toolkit for continuous professional development
• Funded qualifications including Level 2 SEND, Level 3 Teaching & Learning, Level 4 HLTA and Level 5 TEFL
• Career progression opportunities through our Care to Classroom conversion programme
• Wellbeing support and refresher training tailored to contemporary classroom settings
• A dedicated education consultant to support you throughout your placement
• Earn a £200 referral bonus for each TA or teacher you successfully refer to us
• GCA approved supplier

Connex Education Partnership is committed to equal opportunities and values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status or disability. All candidates are assessed solely on merit. Connex Education Partnership operates as both an employment agency and employment business.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.