Teaching Assistant in Bristol, Gloucestershire

Full-Time, Part-Time, Supply & Long-Term Opportunities | Bristol & Surrounding Areas | Immediate & Ongoing Start Dates

We are currently recruiting Teaching Assistants to work across a range of primary and secondary schools in Bristol and the surrounding areas.

Whether you are looking for the flexibility of supply work or seeking a long-term placement, we have a variety of opportunities available to suit your availability and career goals. This is an excellent opportunity for enthusiastic and dedicated individuals who are passionate about supporting pupils and making a positive impact in education.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and school staff to support pupils both inside and outside the classroom, helping to create a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Supporting pupils with their learning and daily classroom activities.
• Providing 1:1 and small-group interventions to support pupil progress.
• Assisting with literacy, numeracy and curriculum-based learning.
• Supporting pupils with additional learning needs where required.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and active participation in lessons.
• Helping teachers prepare classroom resources and learning materials.
• Promoting pupils' confidence, independence and social development.
• Monitoring pupil engagement and providing feedback to teachers.
• Supporting pupils during lessons, breaktimes and educational activities.
• Helping to maintain a safe, organised and supportive classroom environment.
• Working collaboratively with teachers and the wider school team.
• Promoting pupil wellbeing and safeguarding at all times.

• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant (LSA) or in a similar educational role.
• A minimum of 6 months' relevant UK experience is desirable.
• A patient, caring and positive approach to supporting children and young people.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to follow teachers' instructions.
• A flexible and proactive attitude.
• The ability to adapt confidently to different schools and classroom environments.
• A genuine passion for education and helping pupils achieve their full potential.

• Competitive PAYE rates.
• Flexible supply work to fit around your schedule.
• Long-term placements with the potential to become permanent.
• Full-time and part-time opportunities available.
• Free CPD and professional development training.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
• Opportunities to work across a variety of primary and secondary schools.
• Valuable classroom experience to support your career development.
• Access to a wide network of schools across Bristol and surrounding areas.

If you're a motivated and caring Teaching Assistant looking for supply or long-term work in Bristol, we'd love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the Department for Education's statutory guidance, Keeping Children Safe in Education. This may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

Full assistance is provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Protocol Education website.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.