305 education jobs found in Taunton

Education Transport - Driver Type:          1 year, fixed-term contract (term time only) Details:      Part time, approx 15 hours per week (10:00am - 1:00pm, 5 days per week) Location    Exeter Dates:        ASAP - 22/07/2026 Pay:            £13.69 per hour Our client runs an Alternative Education Provision service, serving primary and secondary-aged pupils with EHCPs relating mainly to ASC, SEMH with their main headquarters based in Weston Super Mare. They operate a ‘revolving-door’ offering whereby students stay at the provision for up to 18 weeks, either on a full-time or part-time basis before returning to mainstream education or attending a special school. We are currently recruiting for their new Exeter site which is based in the Stoke Hill area of Exeter. Elmtree Learning Partnership have successfully supported learners at their other sites since 2022

Education Transport - Driver Type:          1 year, fixed-term contract (term time only) Details:      Part time, 4-9 hours per week (1 day per week - WEDNESDAYS) Location    Exeter Dates:        ASAP - 22/07/2026 Pay:            £13.69 per hour Our client runs an Alternative Education Provision service, serving primary and secondary-aged pupils with EHCPs relating mainly to ASC, SEMH with their main headquarters based in Weston Super Mare. They operate a ‘revolving-door’ offering whereby students stay at the provision for up to 18 weeks, either on a full-time or part-time basis before returning to mainstream education or attending a special school. We are currently recruiting for their new Exeter site which is based in the Stoke Hill area of Exeter. Elmtree Learning Partnership have successfully supported learners at their other sites since 2022

Join Our Team of Welsh Speaking Education Staff in Cardiff! Are you passionate about supporting the next generation through the Welsh language? We're looking for enthusiastic Welsh Speaking Education Staff to join our dedicated team working across Cardiff, Caerphilly, and The Vale of Glamorgan. We have a variety of exciting opportunities for Welsh Speaking Education Staff, including Welsh-speaking Teachers and Teaching Assistants, to work within vibrant Welsh Medium Schools. Our strong partnerships with schools in Cardiff mean we can offer a range of day-to-day, short-term, full-time, or part-time roles to suit your availability and experience. Whether you're an experienced Teacher with QTS or a Teaching Assistant looking to build your career, we want to hear from you. As valued Welsh Speaking Education Staff, you'll play a key role in supporting pupils' learning and promoting the Welsh language across Cardiff and surrounding areas. To register, you'll need: An Enhanced DBS...

Job Title: Behavior Support Worker – Primary Alternative Education Provision Location: Newport, Gwent Salary: £90 daily rate We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Behavior Support Worker to join our team within a Primary Alternative Education Provision in Newport, Gwent. The successful candidate will support a child of primary age who experiences escalations in behavior and presents as a flight risk. This is a rewarding and impactful role that offers the opportunity to make a real difference in a child’s life. Key Responsibilities: * Support the child in managing behavior and de-escalating situations when needed. * Implement strategies to prevent challenging behavior and ensure the child's safety, especially in moments of escalation. * Work closely with teaching staff and senior support workers to create a consistent approach to behavior management. * Encourage the child’s emotional and social development by providing positive...

SEN Teaching Assistant / Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant Cardiff Salary: £89 - £95 per day Start date: January 2026 Start An outstanding school based in Cardiff have an opportunity arising for Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistants. The role will entail working in an SRB Base with a children with ALN. ALN experience is required. Do you enjoy supporting and developing children? Do you have an enthusiastic and bubbly personality? The ideal SEN TA / Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant should have the following: Level 2 or 3 qualified and/or a minimum of 6 months’ experience in an educational establishment A calm, patient and caring personal Good communication skills A good understanding of child protection and safeguarding guidelines Experience in working with supporting students in their education on a 1:1 and a small group basis Successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced Child Only disclosure and provide at least 2...

SEN Teaching Assistant / Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant Cardiff Salary: £89 - £95 per day Start date: January 2026 Start An outstanding school based in Cardiff have an opportunity arising for Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistants. The role will entail working 1:1 with a child with challenging behaviour. ALN experience is required. Do you enjoy supporting and developing children? Do you have an enthusiastic and bubbly personality? The ideal SEN TA / Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant should have the following: Level 2 or 3 qualified and/or a minimum of 6 months’ experience in an educational establishment A calm, patient and caring personal Good communication skills A good understanding of child protection and safeguarding guidelines Experience in working with supporting students in their education on a 1:1 and a small group basis Successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced Child Only disclosure and provide at least 2...

SEND / SEMH Learning Support Assistant  Vision for Education will pay for your training courses, all we ask is that you a passionate individual who wants to support children and young people! Do you want a rewarding career where you can be instrumental in making a difference to young people's lives? Apply today to join our SEND Supply Agency and kick start your career!   About the role - Agency Staff  Become a SEND / SEMH Learning Support Assistant! No previous experience or qualifications necessary, just a love for helping others!  If you are applying as someone with no education setting experience, we will fund your online training courses in SEND, Behaviour Management, Challenging Behaviours and Safeguarding and Introduction into becoming a Teaching Assistant. As agency staff, you will be working at a mix of SEN schools, ranging from ASC, ADHD, SEMH, Challenging Behaviours, Learning Difficulties and PMLD. Please note, this is not a permanent position. As part of Vision for...

Creative Arts Assistant SEND Looking to further your career in SEND? Vision for Education are looking for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant / Creative Art Assistant to join our supply register. We work with SEN schools across Somerset to provide high quality supply staff on adhoc, short term or long term bookings. Do you want a rewarding career where you can be instrumental in making a difference to young people's lives?  Location: Taunton  When: Immediate  Pau: £13.68 p/h  The School and Role Vision For Education are looking to appoint a Creative Art Assistant / SEN Teaching Assistant to work with young people who have Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs, Autism and other Learning Difficulties in Weston-Super-Mare. An ideal candidate for the role of Creative Art Assistant / SEN Teaching Assistant will be someone who can work in a fast-paced environment, be adaptable and have excellent communication skills. The desired Creative Art Assistant / SEN Teaching Assistant...

Science Teacher - Secondary School - Taunton 📍 Location: Taunton, Somerset 📅 Dates: 3rd November - 19th December 💼 Contract Type: Full-time, Temporary 💰 Pay: £140-£242 per day (depending on experience and pay type) Prospero Teaching is seeking a passionate and dedicated Science Teacher to join a supportive secondary school in Taunton for a full-time booking covering the second half of the autumn term. 🧪 The Role: Teaching KS3 and KS4 Science Planning and delivering engaging lessons Supporting students of varying abilities Working collaboratively with the Science department ✅ Requirements: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent Experience teaching Science in UK secondary schools Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply) Right to work in the UKThis is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-regarded school with a strong leadership team and excellent student behaviour. Interested? Apply now IND-TEACH

Senior Inclusion Lead Location: Taunton, Somerset Contract: Initial 3 months Hours: 37 hours per week Rate: £70 per hour (Umbrella) (£52 PAYE an hour) Somerset Council is seeking an experienced and passionate Senior Inclusion Lead to drive inclusive education strategies and ensure young people at risk of exclusion, disengagement, or becoming NEET receive the right support at the right time. This is a senior operational role requiring strong leadership, excellent partnership working, and a deep understanding of KS4 and Post-16 pathways. Key Responsibilities Early Identification of NEET Risk: Use data and professional insight to identify learners at risk of disengagement or exclusion and implement targeted support strategies. NEET Risk Tracking: Maintain and monitor a live register of at-risk students, using attendance, attainment, and wellbeing data to shape timely interventions. Provision Coordination: Identify and commission appropriate alternative provision or...

Inclusion Lead Location: Taunton, Somerset Contract: Initial 3 months Hours: 37 hours per week Rate: £49 per hour (Umbrella) (£37 PAYE an hour) Somerset Council is seeking a dedicated and dynamic Inclusion Lead to champion inclusive education and ensure that every young person in Somerset has access to the support and opportunities they need to thrive. This role is ideal for someone passionate about making a tangible difference to learners at risk of exclusion, disengagement, or becoming NEET. Key Responsibilities Case Management: Lead on individual learner cases, coordinating multi-agency support and ensuring timely, effective interventions. Pathway Planning: Develop personalised education and progression plans reflecting learners’ strengths, interests, and aspirations — including vocational routes and supported internships. Alternative Provision Oversight: Coordinate and quality assure alternative education placements, ensuring they are purposeful and lead to...

Primary Supply Teachers - Taunton & Surrounding Areas 🌟 Location: Taunton, Somerset Salary: £110-£150 per day (PAYE or Umbrella) Contract Type: Flexible - Day-to-day, short-term, and long-term opportunities available Start Date: Immediate Prospero Teaching is seeking passionate and adaptable Primary Supply Teachers to work across a variety of welcoming and supportive primary schools in Taunton and the surrounding areas. Whether you're looking for flexible daily cover or longer-term placements, we have roles to suit your availability and preferences. About the Role: Deliver engaging lessons across EYFS, KS1, and KS2 Follow school policies and ensure a safe, inclusive learning environment Mark and assess work where required Build positive relationships with pupils and staff Requirements: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply) Strong classroom management skills Flexibility and reliability Right to work in the UK Why...

Location: Taunton Pay: £100 - £115 Type: Open Ended Contract (possible permanent) Hours: Full time, 8.30am - 3.30pm Mon-Fri Start date: ASAP Elementa are recruiting for a  an SEMH/SCLN Learning Support Assistant for this Special Provision in Taunton, that caters for children age 11-16. The children who attend the academy will have an EHCP to support their SEMH (Social Emotional Mental Health) and SCL (Speech Communication Language) needs. Your role will be to support the teaching staff, in providing a high quality provision for all young people.  This can be a difficult place to work, with some children having challenging behaviour, that would need a level of experience to be able deal with the day-to-day challenges this role may bring. Previous experience of working in a specialist provision, or similar would be essential. Due to the levels of support required by the school, a DBS on the update service would be needed, as we can not account for the delays in processing a...

Job Title: Special Needs Teaching Assistant Location: Taunton Pay: £90-£100 per day Contact: Alec Stott Email: (url removed) Phone: (phone number removed) Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children with special needs? We are seeking a dedicated Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join our team in Taunton. You will be working in a school that caters to children with learning difficulties, autism, Down's syndrome, and ADHD. Key Responsibilities: Provide tailored support to students with learning difficulties, autism, Down's syndrome, and ADHD. Assist in the development and implementation of individualized education plans (IEPs). Support the classroom teacher in creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment. Help students with daily tasks and activities, promoting independence and confidence. Implement behaviour management strategies to support student engagement and progress. Monitor and record student progress, communicating...

Nursery Practitioner - Taunton 🌟 Are you passionate about early years education and looking for a rewarding role in a nurturing nursery setting? Prospero Teaching is currently recruiting for a Nursery Practitioner to join a lovely nursery based in Taunton. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a Level 2 or Level 3 childcare qualification who is committed to providing high-quality care and education to young children. Position Details: Location: Taunton Role: Nursery Practitioner Start Date: ASAP Pay: £14.66 per hour (PAYE) £16.14 per hour (Umbrella)Requirements: Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare/Early Years Paediatric First Aid Certificate Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply) Right to work in the UK A genuine passion for working with childrenWhat We Offer: Flexible working hours Supportive team environment Opportunities for professional development Competitive pay ratesIf you're a caring and enthusiastic practitioner ready to...

Location: Taunton Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM Pay: £88 - £98 per day (depending on experience) Experience: Desirable but not essential - training provided Do you have a passion for helping young people overcome barriers to learning? Are you supportive, resilient, and able to build strong, trusting relationships? We are currently recruiting Learning Mentors to work across a variety of specialist schools and SEND units within mainstream schools throughout Somerset. This rewarding role is ideal for someone who wants to support students not just academically, but also emotionally and socially. You'll play a vital role in helping children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) reach their full potential. Children with SEND are educated either in specialist schools or supported within mainstream schools, according to their Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). As a Learning Mentor, you will be a key part of a...

Class Teacher   Are you ready for a new challenge in welcoming Taunton Primary schools? ANZUK Education is partnering with a large Multi Academy Trust in the area, and we're on the lookout for passionate, creative, and committed teachers to take on both short- and long-term opportunities.   About the Class Teacher role: Position: Primary Teacher Location: Taunton and surrounding areas Hours: You choose! Pay: £130 - £223 per day Why join ANZUK as a Class Teacher? Flexibility that works for you - choose the days and schools that suit your lifestyle Guaranteed work - through our strong partnerships with leading Multi Academy Trusts across South Gloucestershire Competitive daily pay - from £130 to £223, with PAYE or Umbrella options available Professional growth - free access to our Growth Hub with CPD, training, and resources Career pathways - build strong relationships with schools, opening doors to long-term or permanent roles Teach overseas - explore opportunities...

Job Title: Science Laboratory Technician Location: Taunton, Somerset Start Date: September Salary: £110 - £125 per day  Are you a knowledgeable and hands-on Science Technician seeking your next role in education? Do you take pride in maintaining a safe, efficient, and well-stocked laboratory environment that supports high-quality science teaching? Would you like flexible work in Taunton secondary schools, with the backing of a trusted education recruitment agency? TeacherActive is currently recruiting Science Lab Technicians for anticipated vacancies in secondary schools across Taunton. Whether you're an experienced school technician or have a strong scientific background and are looking to move into the education sector, we’d love to hear from you. We support a wide range of schools who regularly require assistance in their science departments—on a short-term, long-term, or day-to-day basis. This advert is to help us connect with outstanding candidates ahead of confirmed...

Special needs teaching assistant for a specialist school in Bridgwater Somerset Do you have experience supporting vulnerable children or adults with special needs? Have you supported children within the care sector but tired of the long hours? Perhaps you have worked in a mainstream school but are looking to work in a different setting with more focus on a smaller group of students? Whatever your motivation may be, we are currently looking for a number of teaching assistants to support students of varying ages with MLD, SLD or complex needs at a small specialist school in the town of Bridgwater. The school which is part of a small federation of schools in Somerset, has two sites in town. The school ethos at its core is always child first centred and at the heart of everything they do. Encouraging and offering education to enrich student experiences whilst also providing them essential life skills to offer independence where possible. So what are we looking for? - Experience in...