Trainee Teaching Assistant

Connex - Bristol; Taunton (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Connex Education Partnership is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join mainstream primary schools across Taunton as Trainee Teaching Assistants. This role offers hands-on experience in a classroom setting and the chance to work with children under the guidance of experienced teachers and staff.

You’ll support pupils with learning, development, and engagement, building confidence and practical skills for progression in education. Immediate start dates and ongoing support are provided.

Qualifications

• A genuine passion for working with children and supporting their learning.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to learn and develop within a school environment.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers with classroom activities and daily learning.
• Assist pupils with their academic, social, and emotional development.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support where required.
• Help create a positive, engaging, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Encourage pupils to participate in learning activities and develop confidence.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and school staff.
• Support classroom organisation and preparation of learning resources.
• Learn and develop effective behaviour management strategies.
• Maintain a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment for all pupils.

Skills

Passion for children

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Adaptable

Safeguarding knowledge

Job description

Trainee Teaching Assistant

Location: Taunton and surrounding areas
Rate of Pay: £93–£110 per day
Start Date: Immediate

About the Role

Are you passionate about working with children and considering a career in education? Connex Education is looking for enthusiastic and caring individuals to join mainstream primary schools across Taunton as Trainee Teaching Assistants.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to gain valuable experience within a classroom environment, develop their skills, and take the first steps towards a rewarding career in education. Whether you’re a recent graduate, looking for a career change, or simply interested in working with children, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

As a Trainee Teaching Assistant, you’ll work alongside experienced teachers and school staff to support pupils with their learning, development, and engagement in the classroom. You’ll gain hands‑on experience while developing the confidence and skills needed to progress within education.

Key Responsibilities

• Support teachers with classroom activities and daily learning.
• Assist pupils with their academic, social, and emotional development.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support where required.
• Help create a positive, engaging, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Encourage pupils to participate in learning activities and develop confidence.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and school staff.
• Support classroom organisation and preparation of learning resources.
• Learn and develop effective behaviour management strategies.
• Maintain a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment for all pupils.

Why Join Connex Education?

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Weekly PAYE pay – no umbrella companies.
• Free access to our Classroom Teacher Toolkit, including over 70 professional development courses.
• Wellbeing programme and refresher training for today’s classroom.
• Immediate opportunities to gain valuable classroom experience.
• Dedicated support with CVs, applications, and interviews.
• Opportunities to develop your skills and progress within education.
• Opportunities to work within mainstream primary schools across Taunton and the surrounding areas.
• Ongoing support from your dedicated education consultant.

Job Requirements

• A genuine passion for working with children and supporting their learning.
• Previous experience working with children is desirable but not essential.
• A willingness to learn and develop within a school environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A positive, patient, and adaptable approach.
• Confidence in building relationships with pupils and school staff.
• Commitment to equality, inclusion, and diversity.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection responsibilities.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to equal opportunities and values cultural and religious diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status, or disability, and all applicants are assessed solely on merit.

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. All appointments are subject to relevant pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.

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.