Graduates - Become a Phonics Champion!
Looking for meaningful work before the new year? Want to make a real difference during the most important stage of a child's education?
Protocol Education is seeking enthusiastic, caring students, graduates, and aspiring educators to support children in Reception and EYFS classrooms across Keynsham from December onwards.
This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience helping young children settle into school life, develop confidence, and build the foundations of early reading, communication, and learning.
Whether you're considering a future in teaching, educational psychology, speech and language therapy, childcare, or SEN support, this role provides invaluable classroom experience in a nurturing environment.
Opportunities Available
- Reception Teaching Assistant
- EYFS Learning Support Assistant
- Phonics & Early Reading Support
- 1:1 Learning Support Assistant
- SEN Support Roles
- Nursery & Foundation Stage Support
What You'll Be Doing
Every day brings something different, but your role may include:
- Supporting children as they develop early phonics and reading skills
- Working with Reception pupils in small groups and on a 1:1 basis
- Encouraging communication, language, and social development
- Delivering engaging play-based learning activities
- Helping children develop confidence, independence, and classroom routines
- Supporting emotional wellbeing and positive behaviour
- Assisting teachers with exciting EYFS learning experiences
We're Looking For People Who Are
- Students or graduates looking to gain experience in education
- Aspiring teachers, educational psychologists, speech and language therapists, or childcare professionals
- Warm, patient, and nurturing
- Enthusiastic, energetic, and creative
- Confident communicators who enjoy working with young children
- Passionate about helping children achieve their full potential
Why Join Protocol Education?
- £14.30 to £15.00 per hour
- Weekly PAYE pay with no umbrella deductions
- Flexible work to fit around studies or other commitments
- Free CPD through our online Academy, including EYFS, Phonics, and SEN training
- Ongoing support from your dedicated local consultant
- Opportunities for long-term and permanent school placements
- £250 referral bonus for recommending teachers or support staff
Why Reception & EYFS?
The Reception year is where children learn some of their most important lifelong skills. From recognising their first sounds and words to building friendships and confidence, every day is filled with exciting milestones.
As an EYFS Support Assistant, you'll play a key role in helping children develop a love of learning while making their transition into school a positive and memorable experience.
✅ What We Need to Clear You
To apply, you'll need:
- Passport or proof of right to work in the UK
- Two proofs of address
- A CV covering the last 10 years of work or education, with any gaps explained
- References covering the last 2 years (including education, childcare, volunteering, or employment where applicable)
- An Overseas Police Check if you have lived abroad for 3 months or more in the past 5 years
Give a child the confidence to read their first word, make their first friend, and love their first year at school. Start your education journey this December and make a lasting difference.
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.
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