Job Description

Trainee Teaching Assistant

Location: Taunton and surrounding areas

Pay: £93 £100 per day (dependent on experience and qualifications)

Start Date: September 2026

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Connex Education are currently recruiting motivated and enthusiastic Trainee Teaching Assistants to support primary schools across Taunton and nearby areas from September 2026. Opportunities are available on a flexible day-to-day supply basis, alongside short-term and long-term placements.

We are proud to partner with a well-established and forward-thinking Multi-Academy Trust with schools located throughout the Southwest. The Trust has built a strong reputation for creating inclusive learning environments, supporting staff development, and delivering high standards of education across its schools.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals considering a future career in teaching, education, or child development. Whether you already have experience working with children or are looking to gain classroom experience for the first time, Connex Education can provide the training, guidance, and support to help you succeed.

As a Trainee Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2
• Assist teachers with classroom activities and lesson delivery
• Work with children individually and in small groups
• Help create a positive, engaging and inclusive learning environment
• Encourage pupils academic, social and emotional development

Why Join Connex Education?

• Competitive daily rate
• PAYE paid weekly
• Free access to our Teaching Assistant Toolkit skills development package comprising over 24 courses
• Funded formal qualifications, from Level 2 SEND, Level 3 Teaching and Learning, Level 4 HLTA and Level 5 TEFL
• Wellbeing programme and refresher training for life in a 21st century classroom
• Ongoing guidance and support from experienced education consultants

We Are Looking For Candidates Who:

• Have a genuine passion for supporting children and young people
• Are interested in building a career within education
• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Are adaptable, reliable and enthusiastic
• Can build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Have experience working with children (desirable but not essential)
• Hold a DBS on the update service or are willing to apply for one

Apply Today

If you are interested in starting your journey in education, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more about available opportunities in Taunton and the surrounding areas.

For more information, contact the Bristol office on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

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.