At a Glance
- Tasks: Support classrooms as a Teaching Assistant and supervise classes as an Unqualified Cover Supervisor.
- Company: Protocol Education, connecting students with flexible teaching opportunities in Bristol.
- Benefits: Earn while you learn, gain valuable experience, and enjoy flexible working hours.
- Other info: Free training provided and dedicated consultant support for your career growth.
- Why this job: Perfect for Maths students to build skills and enhance your CV while studying.
- Qualifications: Mathematics student with a passion for education and teamwork.
The predicted salary is between 30600 - 37400 £ per year.
If you are a Mathematics Student studying in Bristol, working in schools as a Teaching Assistant or Cover Supervisor is the ideal way to build excellent transferable skills, impressive CV experience, all while applying your studies, earning money and working on days that are convenient for you!
Protocol Education works closely with Maths students at UWE, University of Bristol, Trinity College and more, offering flexible, paid work around the busy periods of university life. We have school partnerships across Bristol, meaning you can work in schools in locations convenient to where you live (mainly Central Bristol). For graduates looking for long‑term opportunities, we can help secure full‑time school placements within weeks.
The Role
- To gain experience, you can begin just supporting classrooms as a Teaching Assistant, aiding the teacher and supporting students to access the learning.
- As an Unqualified Cover Supervisor, you will:
- Supervise classes during teacher absence, mainly within History and Humanities
- Deliver pre-set work and keep pupils engaged
- Maintain calm routines and clear expectations
- Support learning across other subjects when required
- Build positive relationships with students and staff
Why this role is great for students and graduates
- Flexible work around studies or other commitments
- Paid experience within secondary schools
- Develop confidence, leadership and communication skills
- Ideal pathway into teaching, youth work or education
- Strong reference-building opportunities
Free Training Provided
- Thrive Approach
- Team Teach
- Trauma‑Informed Practice
- Cover Supervisor Training
To get cleared, we’ll need:
- Passport
- 2 proofs of address
- CV covering 10 years of work and education history
- 2 years of references
- Overseas Police Check if applicable
Why work with Protocol Education?
- Weekly PAYE pay, no umbrella companies
- FREE access to our online CPD Academy
- Dedicated consultant support
- Flexible opportunities across Bristol
- Long‑term and permanent opportunities available
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. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE 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. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.
Maths University Students - Become a TA or Unqualified Supply Teacher 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.
