Teaching Assistant – Primary School Location: Chelmsford / Colchester and surrounding villages Contract: Full-time / Part-time – Term Time Only Salary: Competitive, based on experience Are you a caring, enthusiastic, and proactive individual who loves helping children learn and grow? We’re looking for dedicated Teaching Assistants to join welcoming and supportive primary schools in the Chelmsford and Colchester areas. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a nurturing school community where every day brings something new and rewarding. As a Teaching Assistant, you’ll support pupils both in and out of the classroom, helping them to build confidence, develop new skills, and achieve their best. Whether you’re an experienced TA or just starting your journey in education, we’d love to hear from you. We provide ongoing training, support, and opportunities for professional development so you can continue to grow in your role. We’re looking for someone with a positive, patient, and supportive attitude who enjoys working as part of a team. A genuine passion for helping children succeed is essential, along with flexibility and a willingness to get involved in all aspects of school life. Experience in a school or childcare setting is ideal, but not essential as full training is provided. In return, you’ll join a friendly and supportive school environment with opportunities to work across EYFS, KS1, and KS2. Roles are flexible to fit around your lifestyle, with access to ongoing professional development and clear routes for career progression. If you’re ready to make a difference and start or continue a rewarding career in education, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help us shape brighter futures, one child at a time. 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. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. 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.