Unqualified Teaching Assistant

Connex Education Partnership; Kentucky; On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus

Flexible work

Free training

Funded qualifications

Job summary

Connex Education Partnership is seeking Unqualified Teaching Assistants to join mainstream primary schools in Bath. Immediate start with flexible daily supply, short-term and longer-term assignments. Prior child-based experience is essential, with DBS and right to work in the UK required.

You will support teachers, assist individual pupils and groups, and help create an inclusive learning environment across various settings. Training and progression opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months’ experience working with children or young people is essential.
• Previous child-based experience is essential, through schools, childcare, youth work, coaching, tutoring, care, or similar settings.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers with classroom activities and learning tasks.
• Work with individual pupils and small groups to encourage participation.
• Assist in creating a positive, inclusive, 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 school staff.
• Adapt confidently to different classroom environments and routines.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and school policies at all times.

Skills

Childcare experience

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Job description

Unqualified Teaching Assistant

Location: Bath
Rate of Pay: £93–£115 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate

About the Role

Are you passionate about working with children and looking to gain experience within a mainstream primary school? Connex Education is looking for motivated and enthusiastic individuals to join our team as Unqualified Teaching Assistants across mainstream primary schools in Bath.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals considering a career in education or looking to build on their existing experience working with children and young people.

Child-based experience is essential for this role. We’re looking for individuals who have at least 6 months’ experience working with children or young people and are confident supporting children in a professional setting.

We have a range of opportunities available, including flexible daily supply work, short-term placements, and longer-term assignments. You will have the opportunity to work within different mainstream primary school settings while developing your classroom 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, inclusive, 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 school staff.
• Adapt confidently to different classroom environments and routines.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and school policies at all times.

Person Specification

• Minimum 6 months’ experience working with children or young people is essential.
• Previous child-based experience is essential, whether gained through schools, childcare, youth work, coaching, tutoring, care, or similar settings.
• Experience within a mainstream primary school is beneficial but not essential.
• 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.

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. 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.