Unqualified Teaching Assistant

Unqualified Teaching Assistant (Primary Schools)
Location: Bristol and Surrounding Areas
Position: Full-time and Part-time
Contract: Long-term opportunities available

Join Our Team as a Teaching Assistant in Primary Schools!

Are you passionate about working with children and supporting their educational development? Do you want to gain hands-on experience in a primary school setting, without needing formal qualifications? We have an exciting opportunity for you!

We are a leading recruitment agency looking for Unqualified Teaching Assistants to join our team and support primary schools across Bristol and the surrounding areas. Whether you’re looking for full-time or part-time work, we have flexible positions to suit your availability.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist the class teacher with delivering lessons and activities.
• Support children with their learning, both in groups and on a one-to-one basis.
• Help manage classroom behaviour and ensure a positive, inclusive learning environment.
• Provide additional support to children with special educational needs (SEN), as needed.
• Contribute to the preparation and setup of learning resources and activities.

What We’re Looking For:

• A passion for working with children and helping them succeed.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude.
• A willingness to learn and grow in a school environment.
• Experience in a child-focused role (desirable but not essential).

Why Work With Us?

• Flexible working hours – both full-time and part-time positions available.
• Long-term opportunities – potential for permanent roles.
• Competitive pay – hourly rate depending on experience.
• Support and training – we offer guidance and development to help you thrive in the role.
• Diverse school environments – gain experience working across a variety of primary schools.

If you’re looking for a rewarding career where you can make a real difference in children’s lives, apply today! Whether you're starting out in education or seeking a flexible role, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

In order to work for Teaching Personnel and clear our vetting process, you must have a Child Workforce DBS subscribed to the Update Service. Full assistance will be provided should you need to apply for a new check, at a standard cost of £49.50, plus an annual subscription fee of £16 for the Update Service.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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