Start Your Career in Primary Education

Are you looking to begin a rewarding career working with children? Do you have a positive attitude, a willingness to learn, and a passion for helping young people succeed? Vision for Education is recruiting Trainee Primary Teaching Assistants to work in welcoming primary schools across Bristol and South Gloucestershire.

No previous experience is required. If you're enthusiastic, reliable and eager to make a difference, we'll provide the support and training you need to get started in the classroom.

About Vision for Education

Vision for Education is a leading education recruitment and supply agency, working with schools across the UK to recruit high-quality education staff. We pride ourselves on supporting our candidates throughout their careers, offering free training, ongoing professional development and dedicated consultant support.

This role begins on a flexible zero-hours supply contract, giving you the opportunity to gain valuable experience in a variety of school settings, with the potential to secure a long-term or permanent role with one of our partner schools.

The Role

As a Trainee Primary Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support teachers in delivering engaging classroom activities.
• Work with pupils on a one-to-one basis and in small groups.
• Encourage children's confidence, independence and participation.
• Help prepare learning resources and classroom activities.
• Support pupils with a range of learning needs.
• Help create a positive, safe and inclusive learning environment.

Requirements

We're looking for candidates who:

• Have a genuine passion for working with children.
• Are patient, caring and enthusiastic.
• Have strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Are reliable, adaptable and eager to learn.
• Have transferable experience from roles such as customer service, childcare, coaching, youth work or care (desirable but not essential).
• Hold an enhanced DBS on the Update Service or are willing to obtain one.

What Vision for Education Offers

• Competitive hourly rates paid via PAYE.
• Free access to high-quality CPD and training.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant.
• Flexible work to suit your availability.
• Opportunities to gain experience across a range of primary schools.
• Clear routes into long-term and permanent school-based roles.

Safeguarding

Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks in line with safer recruitment practices.

Apply Today

If you're ready to take the first step into a rewarding career in education, we'd love to hear from you.

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