Teaching Assistant – Stoke-on-Trent Location: Stoke-on-Trent Salary: £85 - £140 daily (depending on hours and experience) Start Date: September 2025 About the role Connex Education is currently recruiting for a Teaching Assistant to support primary or secondary-aged pupils in welcoming schools in Stoke-on-Trent. This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual who is passionate about education and making a difference in students' lives. Benefits of working with Connex Education Competitive daily rate, paid weekly via PAYE. Free access to our Teaching Assistant Toolkit, offering over 24 skills development courses. Funded qualifications, including Level 2 SEND, Level 3 Teaching & Learning, and Level 4 HLTA. Career progression via our TA-to-Tutor conversion course. Wellbeing programme and refresher training for success in a modern classroom. Opportunities for trainee teacher apprenticeships. About the school The schools pride themselves on creating a nurturing and engaging learning environment where every pupil is supported to achieve their potential. As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in assisting teachers and supporting students both inside and outside the classroom. Person Specification The ideal candidate will: Have experience supporting pupils in a school or similar setting. Be committed to supporting students with their educational and personal development. Be enthusiastic, adaptable, and resilient in a classroom setting. Hold a current DBS on the update service or be willing to apply for one. How to apply If you are excited about this opportunity and want to help students thrive, apply today! Alternatively, contact Connex Education for more information on similar roles across the area. Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including a DBS check.