Learning Support EYFS/KS1

We are working with a friendly and welcoming primary school in Radstock (BA3) that is looking for a Teaching Assistant to join their team as soon as possible.

We're looking for someone who enjoys supporting young learners and understands the importance of helping children develop confidence and a love of learning. Whether you've worked in a school previously or gained experience through childcare, youth work, coaching, mentoring or similar roles, this could be a fantastic opportunity to build your experience within education.

You'll be supporting pupils across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, working both in the classroom and with small groups. Some children may need additional support with their learning, confidence, behaviour or social development, so we're looking for someone patient, positive and proactive who can make a real difference to their day.

The school has a supportive staff team and a welcoming atmosphere where relationships are valued and every child is encouraged to reach their potential. No two days are the same, but every day provides an opportunity to positively impact a child's educational journey.

Your role may include:

• Supporting pupils during lessons and classroom activities
• Working with small groups on literacy and numeracy interventions
• Providing one-to-one support where needed
• Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement in learning
• Helping pupils build confidence and independence
• Supporting children with additional needs, including SEN and SEMH where required
• Assisting with classroom preparation and daily routines

Why work with Protocol Education?

• Flexible opportunities to suit your availability
• Weekly pay
• Competitive daily rates of £92-£97 per day
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Easy-to-use booking system
• PAYE payroll
• £250 referral bonus for recommending a teacher or teaching assistant

Location: Radstock, Somerset (BA3)
Start Date: ASAP
Pay: £92-£97 per day

We're looking for someone who:

• Enjoys working with children and young people
• Is patient, approachable and reliable
• Can build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Is happy to get involved in all aspects of school life
• Has experience working with children, either in schools or other settings
• Has experience supporting SEN or SEMH needs (helpful but not essential)
• Is looking for a rewarding role where they can make a genuine difference

What we need to clear you

To register with Protocol Education, you'll need:

• A passport or proof of your right to work in the UK
• Two proofs of address (such as a driving licence, utility bill or council tax statement)
• A CV covering the last 10 years of work or education, with any gaps explained
• References covering the last two years, including childcare references where relevant
• An Overseas Police Check if you have lived abroad for three months or more during the last five years

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.

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