From Youth Work to Classroom Support: Become a Teaching Assistant!
Are you a passionate youth worker ready to bring your energy, empathy, and experience into the classroom?
If you love working with young people, understand the challenges they face, and want to make a difference every single day — becoming a Teaching Assistant (TA) could be your perfect next step!
Location: Yeovil
Hours: Full-time / Part-time opportunities available
Contract: Term-time only (perfect for work-life balance!) - we have positions starting ASAP and in September.
As a youth worker, you already have the skills that schools need:
Strong communication
Relationship-building with young people
Behaviour support strategies
Emotional intelligence
Adaptability and patience
As a Teaching Assistant, you’ll be supporting students in their learning journey, helping with behaviour and engagement, and playing a vital role in the classroom community. It's a chance to make a difference every single day — in a structured, supportive school environment.
* Experience working with young people (in or out of school)
* A positive, proactive attitude
* A genuine passion for education and youth development
* Ability to work well in a team
* Desire to learn and grow in the education sector
Ongoing CPD and training
Pathways into teaching or pastoral roles
A welcoming and inclusive team
Regular support from experienced staff
A chance to shape young lives in a meaningful way
Ready to step into the classroom?
If you're a youth worker who’s ready to inspire, support, and grow — we’d love to hear from you.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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