Job Description

Role: Trainee Teaching Assistant

Location: Yeovil and surrounding areas

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

Start date: September 2026

To apply, you must show proof of right to work in the UK.

About the role

Connex Education are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Trainee Teaching Assistants to work across a variety of primary schools in Yeovil and the surrounding areas. We have opportunities available on a day-to-day supply basis, as well as short-term and long-term placements starting from September 2026.

We are working exclusively with a large and highly respected Multi-Academy Trust that supports a wide network of schools across the Southwest. The Trust is recognised for its inclusive values, strong community focus, supportive leadership and commitment to nurturing both pupils and staff. Many of the schools have strong links to their local communities and place a high emphasis on wellbeing, collaboration, and high-quality teaching and learning.

This role is ideal for individuals looking to begin a career in education and gain valuable classroom experience while receiving ongoing training and support. As a Trainee Teaching Assistant, you will support teachers in delivering engaging lessons, help pupils access learning, and contribute to creating a positive and inclusive classroom environment in either EYFS, KS1 and KS2.

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

Person Specification

• A genuine interest in working with children and pursuing a career in education
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Positive, adaptable and enthusiastic attitude
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Experience working with children is desirable but not essential
• Knowledge of Phonics and Read, Write Inc. is desirable
• Must hold a DBS on the update service or be willing to obtain one

Are you interested?

If you are interested or would like to discuss further opportunities, please apply today!

Feel free to contact the Bristol office at (phone number removed) or email us at (url removed) to find out more.

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.