Growing minds need steady support.
Protocol Education are working with a welcoming, well-established primary school in BS13 who are looking for a confident and committed KS2 Learning Assistant to join them after half term.
This isn’t just about supporting lessons. It’s about helping children build confidence, resilience and independence at a key stage where expectations grow and self-belief really matters.
If you’re passionate about helping pupils push through challenges and achieve their potential, this could be a brilliant opportunity.
What you’ll be doing:
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Supporting pupils across KS2 in class
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Delivering small group interventions in English and maths
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Providing targeted 1:1 support where needed
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Helping pupils stay focused, organised and engaged
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Working closely with the class teacher to adapt learning materials
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Encouraging independence and celebrating progress
You’ll play a key role in helping pupils prepare for the transition to secondary school, academically and emotionally.
We’re looking for someone who:
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Has experience working with primary-aged children, ideally in KS2
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Is confident supporting English and maths learning
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Can build positive relationships quickly
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Communicates clearly and calmly
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Is proactive, reliable and a strong team player
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Believes in high expectations with the right support in place
A sense of humour and the ability to keep Year 5 and 6 pupils motivated definitely helps.
Why work with Protocol Education?
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A dedicated consultant who understands the local primary landscape
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Ongoing support throughout your placement
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Access to free CPD, including Thrive training
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A team who care about matching you to the right school
- Weekly pay (£89-£97), PAYE
What we need to get you started
Because you’ll be working in a school setting, safeguarding is everything. To get you cleared and ready to start, we’ll need:
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A valid passport
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Two proofs of address, for example a driving licence, utility bill or council tax letter
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A CV covering the last 10 years of work or education, with any gaps explained
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Two years of references, including recent school or childcare employment
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An overseas police check if you have lived outside the UK for three months or more in the last five years
If you’re ready to make a real difference in upper primary, we’d love to hear from you.