Trainee Teaching Assistant

Connex Education; Taunton (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Connex Education is recruiting Trainee Teaching Assistants to join primary schools in Taunton from September 2026. This role offers flexible daily supply work, short-term placements and longer-term assignments, with a focus on supporting pupils and teachers in welcoming Somerset primary schools.

Ideal for those exploring a career in education, the position provides valuable classroom experience, safeguarding compliance, and opportunities to develop skills while contributing to pupils’ learning

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people is beneficial but not essential.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a classroom setting.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers with classroom activities and learning tasks.
• Work with individual pupils and small groups to encourage participation.
• Assist in creating a positive and engaging learning environment.
• Help prepare classroom resources and learning materials.
• Promote positive behaviour and pupil wellbeing.
• Support pupils’ social, emotional, and academic development.
• Build strong relationships with pupils and staff.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and school policies at all times.

Job description

Trainee Teaching Assistant

Location: Taunton, Somerset

Salary: £93 – £100 per day (depending on experience)

Start Date: September 2026

About the Role

Connex Education is looking for motivated and enthusiastic individuals to join our team as Unqualified Teaching Assistants in primary schools across Taunton from September 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for anyone considering a career in education or looking to gain valuable classroom experience in welcoming Somerset primary schools. We have a range of opportunities available, including flexible daily supply work, short-term placements, and longer-term assignments.

Working in supportive school environments, you will help pupils engage in learning and contribute to their educational journey while developing your own skills and experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Support teachers with classroom activities and learning tasks


• Work with individual pupils and small groups to encourage participation


• Assist in creating a positive and engaging learning environment


• Help prepare classroom resources and learning materials


• Promote positive behaviour and pupil wellbeing


• Support pupils’ social, emotional, and academic development


• Build strong relationships with pupils and staff


• Follow safeguarding procedures and school policies at all times

Person Specification

• Experience working with children or young people is beneficial but not essential


• Suitable backgrounds may include childcare, coaching, youth work, customer service, tutoring, outdoor education, or care work


• Positive attitude and willingness to learn


• Good communication and interpersonal skills


• Reliable, adaptable, and professional approach


• Passion for supporting children to achieve their best


• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply through Connex Education


• Right to work in the UK

Why Choose Connex Education?

• Competitive daily rates


• Weekly PAYE pay with no umbrella deductions


• Flexible work to fit around your commitments


• Access to free training and development opportunities


• Funded qualifications and career progression pathways


• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant


• Wellbeing resources and educational training updates


• £200 referral bonus scheme

Protected Characteristics Statement

Connex Education Partnership is committed to equal opportunities and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status, or disability. All candidates are assessed on merit alone. Connex Education Partnership is 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.