Teaching Assistant

Connex Education; Highbridge; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rates

Weekly PAYE payments

Flexible working

Free SEND Toolkit access

Funded qualifications: Level 2 SEND, L

Job summary

Connex Education is seeking dedicated Teaching Assistants to support pupils in primary schools across Highbridge and Burnham-on-Sea. You will work closely with teachers and SEND staff to provide tailored support enabling each pupil to access learning and reach their potential.

The role offers flexible, long-term opportunities with competitive daily rates and ongoing professional development through funded qualifications and tooling to support your growth in the classroom.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with additional needs is beneficial but not essential.
• Patient, empathetic, and adaptable in supporting learning.
• Understanding of safeguarding policies and procedures.
• Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service or willingness to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support for a pupil throughout the school day.
• Support the pupil’s academic, social, emotional, and behavioural development.
• Adapt learning activities to suit the pupil’s individual needs.
• Encourage engagement, participation, and independence in the classroom.
• Implement strategies from support plans and EHCPs when applicable.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SEND staff, and external professionals.
• Monitor progress and give feedback to teaching staff.
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment.
• Assist the pupil during transitions, breaktimes, and structured activities as needed.

Skills

Communication

Patience

Empathy

Adaptability

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Job role:Teaching Assistants

Location: Highbridge + Burnham-on-Sea

Salary: £93 – £100 per day (dependent on experience and qualifications)

Start Date: September 2026

About the Role

Connex Education is seeking dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistants to support pupils in primary schools across Highbridge + Burnham-on-Sea, specifically in the Bath and Wells Multi Academy Trust (BWMAT), as well as other local schools!

This rewarding role involves providing personalised support to an individual pupil, helping them access learning, build confidence, and reach their full potential academically and socially. You will collaborate closely with the class teacher, SENDCo, and other school staff to deliver tailored support that meets the pupil’s unique needs.

We offer flexible, long-term opportunities for candidates passionate about making a meaningful impact on a child’s educational journey

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support for a pupil throughout the school day
• Support the pupil’s academic, social, emotional, and behavioural development
• Adapt learning activities to suit the pupil’s individual needs
• Encourage engagement, participation, and independence in the classroom
• Implement strategies from support plans and Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) when applicable
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SEND staff, and external professionals
• Monitor progress and give feedback to teaching staff
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment
• Assist the pupil during transitions, breaktimes, and structured activities as needed

Person Specification

• Experience working with children with additional needs is beneficial but not essential
• Previous experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable individuals is desirable
• Patient, empathetic, and adaptable in supporting learning
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents
• Genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning
• Understanding of safeguarding policies and procedures
• Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service or willingness to apply

Why Join Connex Education?

• Competitive daily rates
• Weekly PAYE payments – no umbrella companies involved
• Flexible working to fit your availability
• Free access to our SEND Toolkit for ongoing professional development
• Funded qualifications including Level 2 SEND, Level 3 Teaching & Learning, Level 4 HLTA, and Level 5 TEFL
• Career progression through our Care to Classroom conversion course
• Wellbeing support and refresher training for modern educational settings
• A supportive, welcoming team with a dedicated education consultant
• Earn a £200 referral bonus for each TA or teacher you successfully refer

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.