Teaching Assistant – Primary & Secondary Schools – Somerset


Company:	Everest Recruitment and Services
Salary:	Not specified
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Preston, PR1 8LT
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	20 Jul 2026
Closing date:	19 Aug 2026

Apply for this job

Summary

Everest Recruitment & Services Ltd is recruiting enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistants to support Primary and Secondary Schools across Taunton, Bridgwater, Wellington, Yeovil, Minehead, Burnham-on-Sea, Highbridge and the wider Somerset area.

We regularly receive vacancies for day-to-day cover, long-term classroom support, one-to-one support, SEN support and general Teaching Assistant roles throughout the academic year.

This temporary agency role is suitable for experienced Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants (LSAs), Classroom Assistants and individuals with relevant school-based experience looking for full-time, part-time or flexible term-time work.

Key Responsibilities

Support teachers in delivering engaging lessons and classroom activities.

Provide one-to-one and small group support where required.

Assist pupils with learning, communication and personal development.

Help maintain a positive, safe and inclusive learning environment.

Support pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) where appropriate.

Prepare classroom resources and learning materials.

Supervise pupils during classroom activities and break times when required.

Follow school safeguarding, behaviour and health & safety policies.

Work collaboratively with teachers and school staff.

What We Offer

Competitive hourly and daily rates.

Weekly pay.

Flexible temporary agency assignments.

Day-to-day, short-term and long-term opportunities.

Positions available across Somerset and the South West.

Dedicated education recruitment consultant.

Holiday pay in accordance with statutory requirements.

Opportunities to gain experience in a variety of schools.

Important Information

This is a temporary agency position. Assignments are offered based on school requirements, and hours cannot be guaranteed.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this role. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK before applying. We are unable to sponsor Skilled Worker visas or provide immigration sponsorship for this position.

Apply for this job

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

About Disability Confident

Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.