Unqualified Teaching Assistant

Connex Education Partnership; New Jersey; On-site; USD 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rate

Temporary, long-term and ad hoc supply

Free training and development

DBS support and ongoing consultant

Referral bonus

Job summary

Connex Education Partnership is seeking enthusiastic Unqualified Teaching Assistants to support pupils and teachers across mainstream primary schools in Taunton, Bridgwater and Highbridge.

This role offers diverse opportunities, including temporary, long-term and ad hoc supply positions. You’ll help with daily classroom activities, support individual learners and contribute to a positive learning environment, with DBS checks and ongoing support from Connex Education.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months’ experience working with children or young people.
• Child-based experience is essential for this role.
• Interest in working as a Teaching Assistant within mainstream primary schools.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Support class teachers with daily classroom activities and learning tasks.
• Assist individual pupils and small groups to support learning.
• Encourage pupil participation and positive engagement in lessons.
• Help prepare classroom resources and learning materials.
• Create a positive, inclusive and supportive classroom environment.
• Promote positive behaviour and pupil wellbeing.
• Support children’s social, emotional and academic development.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, teachers and other Teaching Assistants.
• Adapt to different classroom routines and school environments.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and school policies at all times.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Reliability

Adaptability

Positive attitude

Job description

Unqualified Teaching Assistant

Location: Taunton, Bridgwater & Highbridge
Rate of Pay: £93–£110 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate

About the Role

Are you passionate about working with children and looking to start or develop your career as a Teaching Assistant? Connex Education is recruiting enthusiastic and motivated Unqualified Teaching Assistants to support pupils and teachers across mainstream primary schools in Taunton, Bridgwater and Highbridge.

This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone considering a career as a Teaching Assistant or looking to build on existing experience working with children and young people. As a Teaching Assistant, you’ll play an important role in supporting classroom learning, encouraging pupil participation and helping children develop academically, socially and emotionally.

Child-based experience is essential for this Teaching Assistant role. Candidates must have at least 6 months’ experience working with children or young people and feel confident supporting children in a professional setting.

We have a variety of Teaching Assistant opportunities available, including temporary, long-term and ad hoc supply roles. Whether you’re looking for occasional Teaching Assistant work to fit around other commitments, a temporary placement or a consistent long-term Teaching Assistant position, we can help you find an opportunity that suits your availability and career goals.

You’ll have the opportunity to gain valuable Teaching Assistant experience across different mainstream primary school settings while developing your classroom skills and making a positive difference to children’s education.

Key Responsibilities

• Support class teachers with daily classroom activities and learning tasks.

• Work as a Teaching Assistant to support individual pupils and small groups.

• Encourage pupils to participate in lessons and engage positively with learning.

• Help teachers prepare classroom resources and learning materials.

• Assist in creating a positive, inclusive and supportive classroom environment.

• Promote positive behaviour, pupil wellbeing and good learning habits.

• Support children’s social, emotional and academic development.

• Build positive relationships with pupils, teachers and other Teaching Assistants.

• Adapt to different classroom routines and school environments.

• Follow safeguarding procedures and school policies at all times.

Person Specification

• A minimum of 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.

• An interest in working as a Teaching Assistant within a mainstream primary school.

• Previous school-based or Teaching Assistant experience is beneficial but not essential.

• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

• A reliable, adaptable and professional approach.

• A genuine passion for supporting children as a Teaching Assistant.

• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply through Connex Education.

• Right to work in the UK.

Why Choose Connex Education?

• Competitive Teaching Assistant daily rates of £93–£100, depending on experience.

• Weekly PAYE pay with no umbrella deductions.

• Temporary, long-term and ad hoc Teaching Assistant opportunities.

• Flexible work to fit around your commitments and availability.

• Opportunities to gain Teaching Assistant experience across different mainstream primary schools.

• Access to free training and professional development opportunities.

• Funded qualifications and career progression pathways.

• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant.

• Wellbeing resources and educational training updates.

• £200 referral bonus scheme.

If you have at least 6 months’ experience working with children and are looking for Unqualified Teaching Assistant jobs in Taunton, Bridgwater or Highbridge, we’d love to hear from you.

Whether you’re searching for temporary Teaching Assistant work, long-term Teaching Assistant positions or flexible ad hoc Teaching Assistant supply work, Connex Education can help you find the right opportunity.

Contact our Bristol team on 0117 486 5001 or email [e-mail] for more information.

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.