Teaching Assistant

Protocol Education Ltd; Wimbledon; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free safeguarding training

DBS check assistance / Update Service

Dedicated consultant support

Job summary

Protocol Education is seeking an experienced Teaching Assistant to support pupils in mainstream primary schools across EYFS, KS1 and KS2. You may cover short- or long-term placements, daily supply, and potential term-long roles.

You will work with dedicated teachers to support learning, manage classroom activities, and assist with SEN needs. DBS checks and safeguarding training are provided; a dedicated consultant will help you find ideal opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a primary school setting.
• Ability to support pupils across EYFS, KS1 or KS2.
• Reliable, adaptable and passionate about helping pupils succeed.

Responsibilities

• Cover short- and long-term staffing gaps in primary schools.
• Support pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2.
• Assist with classroom activities and SEN needs.
• Liaise with teachers and maintain a safe learning environment.

Skills

Primary school experience

SEN support

Flexible daily supply work

Job description

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for a new challenge? Whether you're ready for a fresh start or simply searching for a school that's the right fit, Protocol Education is here to help.

We work in partnership with mainstream primary schools that regularly need dedicated Teaching Assistants to cover unexpected long-term staffing gaps. These opportunities arise throughout the academic year due to staff absence, resignations, increased pupil numbers, and additional support requirements.

Whether you're looking for a placement lasting a few weeks, a full term, or something with the potential to become permanent, we'll help you find the right opportunity.

We regularly recruit for:

• Weekly long-term placements
• Monthly contracts
• Full-term opportunities
• 1:1 SEN Support roles
• Classroom Teaching Assistant positions
• EYFS, KS1 and KS2

Keep working while we find your ideal role

While we search for the right long-term opportunity, you can take advantage of our flexible daily supply work, allowing you to gain experience in a variety of local schools, build your confidence, and enjoy a regular income.

Why work with Protocol Education?

• A dedicated consultant who takes the time to understand what you're looking for
• Access to exclusive long-term vacancies across mainstream primary schools
• Flexible daily supply opportunities to suit your availability
• Competitive weekly PAYE pay
• Opportunities that can lead to permanent positions

We'd love to hear from you if you:

• Have experience working in a primary school setting
• Are confident supporting pupils across EYFS, KS1 or KS2
• Build positive relationships with children and staff
• Are reliable, adaptable, and passionate about helping pupils succeed

Whether you're looking for your next long-term role or want the flexibility of daily supply while exploring new schools, Protocol Education can help you find an opportunity that works for you.

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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