Teaching Assistant

South West/ permanent / £88.98 - 105.00 per day

TeacherActive is currently working in partnership with primary schools across Bristol who are seeking to appoint reliable and dedicated Primary Teaching Assistants for immediate start roles. These schools value support staff who bring energy, care, and flexibility into the classroom—whether working one-to-one, in small groups, or supporting the whole class alongside the teacher.

We’re committed to providing high-quality, professional staff to our schools and offer in-house Career Progression and Development opportunities to support your ongoing professional growth. Whether you're seeking day-to-day supply, a long-term role, or a permanent position, our experienced consultants are here to offer flexible options and dedicated support—helping you find the role that best suits your career goals.

The successful Teaching Assistant will have:

  • Experience supporting pupils in a UK primary school setting (KS1 and/or KS2)

  • A proactive, nurturing, and adaptable approach to learning support

  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a team

  • A relevant qualification (e.g. CACHE Level 2/3, or equivalent) is desirable but not essential

In return, you can expect to receive:

  • A dedicated consultant available 24/7 to support you throughout the onboarding process

  • Access to our Guaranteed Payment Scheme (T&Cs apply)

  • CPD Courses and certificates through our My-Progression channel

  • Competitive daily rates of pay

  • TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend (T&Cs apply)

  • Paid via PAYE – no admin fees or umbrella company deductions

If you’re a Teaching Assistant ready to make a difference in a primary classroom, click ‘APPLY NOW’ or contact us directly:

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0117 223 2200

We look forward to supporting you in your next role in education!

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.



Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.



Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.