Job Title: Flexible Teaching Assistant Location: Taunton & Surrounding Areas Pay Rate: £92.00 – £109.00 per day Job Type: Flexible / Supply – Term Time Only Hours: School hours (typically 8:30am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday) Looking for flexible work that fits around your lifestyle? This is a great opportunity for people balancing studying, childcare, hobbies, or other commitments who want rewarding work during school hours. We are recruiting Flexible Teaching Assistants to work across a range of schools in Taunton and surrounding areas, supporting students on days that suit your availability. About the Role: You will work in different school settings providing classroom support, helping students engage with learning, and assisting teachers throughout the day. This may include 1:1 support, small group work, or general classroom assistance depending on each school’s needs. This role is ideal for anyone considering a future career in teaching, psychology, youth work, or education support, offering valuable hands-on experience in schools. Key Responsibilities: • Support students in lessons 1:1 and in small groups • Assist teachers with classroom activities • Encourage positive behaviour and engagement • Build positive relationships with students and staff • Adapt quickly to different school environments • Help create a safe and supportive learning space Who We’re Looking For: • Reliable, adaptable, and enthusiastic individuals • Experience with children or young people is desirable • Strong communication and teamwork skills • A positive attitude and willingness to learn • A car and full driving licence are required due to travel between schools Why Apply? • Flexible Work – Choose the days you work • School Hours Only – Ideal around family life or studies • Build Experience – Gain valuable school-based skills • Career Pathway – Excellent stepping stone into teaching or youth work and multiple free training opportunities • Work Around You – Fit work around your lifestyle Important Information: • No guaranteed hours – work depends on school needs and your availability • Term-time only • Opportunities for long-term or permanent roles may arise If you’re looking for flexible, rewarding work where you can make a difference, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to become a Flexible Teaching Assistant in Taunton. <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Sancha Clark on 0117 472 2400 l Ext: 2016.<br /><br />If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, <strong>don&#39;t forget that we offer &pound;50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.</strong> For more details, contact your local Axcis office.<br /><br /><em>This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.<br /><br />The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).<br /><br />If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.<br /><br />You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.<br /><br />Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.</em><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><a href="/job-page-disclaimer">View the disclaimer</a></span></strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><strong>Contact: </strong></span><strong> Sancha Clark&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0117 472 2400 l Ext: 2016</strong></strong>