At a Glance
- Tasks: Support primary school pupils in KS1 and KS2, encouraging engagement and positive behaviour.
- Company: Protocol Education, dedicated to enhancing children's learning experiences.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible hours, and valuable classroom experience.
- Other info: Friendly schools, ongoing support, and opportunities for career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while building your professional skills.
- Qualifications: Degree in PE, Sports Science or related field; strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 29835 - 36465 £ per year.
Are you a recent
PE or Sports Science graduate looking to gain valuable experience in education while putting your skills to great use?
Protocol Education is working closely with welcoming primary schools across
Bath who are looking for enthusiastic, confident and proactive Teaching Assistants to support pupils across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.
While this isn't a sports coaching role, schools highly value PE graduates for the transferable skills they bring into the classroom.
Your understanding of child development, motivation, teamwork, communication and behaviour management can have a huge impact on children's learning and confidence.
Whether you're considering a future career in teaching, educational psychology, youth work or simply want meaningful experience working with children, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference while building your professional skillset.
- Why PE Graduates Excel as Teaching Assistants
- Your degree has helped you develop skills that schools actively look for, including:
- Building positive relationships with children and young people
- Encouraging confidence, resilience and teamwork
- Understanding how children learn and develop
- Strong communication and leadership skills
- The ability to motivate and engage others
- Adapting activities to suit different abilities and learning styles
- Promoting positive behaviour and inclusion
- Remaining calm, organised and positive in busy environments
These qualities help pupils feel supported, engaged and ready to learn.
The Role
You'll work alongside teachers and support staff to
- Support pupils within KS1 and KS2 classrooms
- Work one-to-one and with small groups of children
- Encourage participation and engagement in learning
- Support positive behaviour and emotional development
- Help children build confidence and independence
- Assist teachers with classroom activities and interventions
- Act as a positive role model throughout the school day
- Pay & Benefits
- Competitive daily rates of
- Weekly PAYE pay
- Flexible work to fit around your commitments
- Valuable experience for future careers in education
- Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles
- Chance to utilise your leadership and communication skills in a new setting
- What You Can Expect
- Friendly and supportive primary schools across Bath
- Flexible opportunities to suit your availability
- Clear expectations and structured support
- Exposure to a variety of classroom environments
- A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to children's lives
- This Role Is Perfect If You
- Hold a degree in PE, Sports Science or a related subject
- Enjoy working with children and young people
- Are considering a future career in teaching or education
- Have strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Are positive, enthusiastic and proactive
- Can support and motivate pupils of different abilities
- Want to gain meaningful classroom experience
Why Work with Protocol Education?
- Competitive daily pay, paid weekly via PAYE
- Free access to our CPD Academy, including behaviour management and wellbeing training
- Dedicated local consultants who know their schools
- Ongoing support throughout your placement
- Regular and consistent opportunities across Bath
- £250 Refer-a-Friend Bonus
- What We Need to Clear You
- Passport or proof of right to work in the UK
- Two proofs of address (e. g. driving licence, utility bill, council tax statement)
- CV covering the last 10 years of work and/or education, with any gaps explained
- References covering the last 2 years (including childcare references where applicable)
- Overseas police check if you have lived abroad for 3 months or more within the last 5 years
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay.
This advert is for a temporary position.
In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the Df E statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers.
All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.
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PE Graduates - Get into Education! in Bath employer: Protocol Education Ltd
Protocol Education is an exceptional employer for teachers seeking meaningful roles in Bristol's vibrant educational landscape. With a strong commitment to professional development, supportive leadership, and a collaborative work culture, we empower educators to thrive while making a real difference in students' lives. Our flexible opportunities, competitive pay, and the potential for permanent placements after just 15 weeks make us an attractive choice for both early career and experienced teachers.