Teaching Assistant Opportunities - Somerset

Start Date:
September 2025 Location:
Various schools across Somerset Contract:
Flexible (Day-to-day, Long-term, and Fixed-Term) Working Pattern:
Full-time and part-time available
Your new company
Hays Education is working with a range of primary and secondary schools across Somerset, including areas such as Frome, Wells, Shepton Mallet, and Glastonbury, to recruit
Teaching Assistants for the new academic year starting in September 2025. Whether you're looking for day-to-day supply, a long-term placement, or a fixed-term contract, we have roles to suit your availability and experience.
Your new role
As a Teaching Assistant, you'll support pupils in the classroom, work closely with teachers to deliver engaging lessons and provide one-on-one or small group support. Roles may include:

• General classroom support
• SEN support (1:1 or small groups)
• Behaviour support for early years, KS1, or KS2 assistance

What you'll need to succeed

• Experience working with children (in schools or other settings)
• A positive, proactive attitude
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A valid DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one)

What you'll get in return

• Flexible working to suit your lifestyle
• Competitive daily rates and holiday pay
• Access to our online booking app and calendar
• Free safeguarding training and CPD opportunities
• Dedicated support from your local Hays consultant

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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