Trainee Teaching Assistant

Trainee Teaching Assistant

Location: Taunton and surrounding areas

Pay: £93 – £100 per day (dependent on experience and qualifications)

Start Date: September 2026

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Connex Education are currently recruiting motivated and enthusiastic Trainee Teaching Assistants to support primary schools across Taunton and nearby areas from September 2026. Opportunities are available on a flexible day-to-day supply basis, alongside short-term and long-term placements.

We are proud to partner with a well-established and forward-thinking Multi-Academy Trust with schools located throughout the Southwest. The Trust has built a strong reputation for creating inclusive learning environments, supporting staff development, and delivering high standards of education across its schools.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals considering a future career in teaching, education, or child development. Whether you already have experience working with children or are looking to gain classroom experience for the first time, Connex Education can provide the training, guidance, and support to help you succeed.

As a Trainee Teaching Assistant, you will:

Support pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2
Assist teachers with classroom activities and lesson delivery
Work with children individually and in small groups
Help create a positive, engaging and inclusive learning environment
Encourage pupils’ academic, social and emotional development
Why Join Connex Education?

Competitive daily rate
PAYE paid weekly
Free access to our Teaching Assistant Toolkit skills development package comprising over 24 courses
Funded formal qualifications, from Level 2 SEND, Level 3 Teaching and Learning, Level 4 HLTA and Level 5 TEFL
Wellbeing programme and refresher training for life in a 21st century classroom
Ongoing guidance and support from experienced education consultants
We Are Looking For Candidates Who:

Have a genuine passion for supporting children and young people
Are interested in building a career within education
Have strong communication and interpersonal skills
Are adaptable, reliable and enthusiastic
Can build positive relationships with pupils and staff
Have experience working with children (desirable but not essential)
Hold a DBS on the update service or are willing to apply for one
Apply Today

If you are interested in starting your journey in education, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more about available opportunities in Taunton and the surrounding areas.

For more information, contact the Bristol office on (phone number removed) or email

Connex Education Partnership is committed to equal opportunities and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status, or disability. All candidates are assessed on merit alone. Connex Education Partnership is an employment agency and employment business.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check