Job Description

Location: Bristol (South)
Start Date: Immediate / ASAP
Pay: 110 per day
Contract Type: Temporary with potential for long-term opportunities
Hours: School hours (ad hoc, part-time and full-time opportunities available)

Prospero Teaching are currently recruiting a Teaching Assistant to work within a supportive primary school in Bristol. This role is ideal for someone passionate about supporting children's learning and development in a classroom setting.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the class teacher to support the delivery of lessons, assist pupils with their learning, and contribute to creating a positive and inclusive classroom environment.

• Supporting the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons and activities
• Assisting pupils on a one-to-one basis or in small groups
• Helping to prepare classroom resources and learning materials
• Supporting pupils with varying abilities, including those with additional needs (SEND/SEMH)
• Encouraging positive behaviour and maintaining a focused learning environment
• Promoting pupils' confidence, independence, and engagement
• Supporting classroom organisation and daily routines
• Assisting during break times, transitions, and school activities
• Working collaboratively with teaching staff and support teams
• Upholding safeguarding, welfare, and child protection procedures at all times

• Experience working with children or young people (school-based experience desirable)
• A positive, proactive, and supportive approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• An enhanced DBS on the update service (child workforce), or willingness to apply
• Right to work in the UK

• Competitive daily rate of pay
• Flexible work to suit your availability
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent placements
• Dedicated and supportive consultants
• Free ongoing CPD, including Safeguarding, Prevent, and SEN training

If you're a motivated and enthusiastic individual looking to support pupils and gain valuable experience in primary education, we'd love to hear from you.