Five Education are looking for a compassionate, patient, and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our well-resourced secondary school in Taunton, supporting students with Autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and physical disabilities. Previous experience in supporting individuals with SEND such as autism and an ability to manage challenging behaviour is essential. The right person for this role will be kind, compassionate, patient and resilient. Key Responsibilities: - Provide tailored 1:1 or small group support based on individual needs and EHCP targets. - Adapt learning materials and teaching methods to meet diverse learning styles and developmental levels. - Support students in developing communication, emotional regulation, and independent learning skills. - Work closely with teaching staff and the SENDCo to implement effective strategies for engagement and progress. - Supervise students during break and lunch, ensuring their wellbeing and...

Location: Templecombe, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. 2027 Software Engineering Apprentice - Level 6 Digital and Technology Solutions Degree Apprenticeship   Start Date: 06 September 2027 Salary: £24,000 per annum Employee type: Permanent Location: Templecombe Working Schedule: Monday – Friday, 37 hours a week (8 hours Monday – Thursday, 5 hours Friday)   Turn your curiosity into a career. If you're passionate about engineering, eager to learn, and looking for a degree apprenticeship that combines academic study with exciting on-the-job experience, we'd...

Location: Templecombe, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. 2027 Machine Learning Apprentice - Level 6 AI Engineer   Start Date: 06 September 2027 Salary: £24,000 per annum Employee type: Permanent Location: Templecombe Working Schedule: Monday – Friday, 37 hours a week (8 hours Monday – Thursday, 5 hours Friday)   Turn your curiosity into a career. If you're passionate about engineering, eager to learn, and looking for a degree apprenticeship that combines academic study with exciting on-the-job experience, we'd love to hear from you.   Benefits of the...

Location: Templecombe, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. 2027 Industrial Process Engineering Apprentice - Level 6 Manufacturing Engineer   Start Date: 6 September 2027 Salary: £24,000 per annum Employee type: Permanent Location: Templecombe Working Schedule: Monday – Thursday, 37 hours a week (9.25 hours Monday – Thursday)   Are you passionate about engineering? Do you have an inquisitive mind? Are you looking for an employer who will sponsor you through a degree, whilst providing valuable and exciting on-the-job experience within a global, innovative and...

Location: Templecombe, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. 2027 Electronics Engineer Apprentice - Level 6 Electrical and Electronic Engineering Degree Apprenticeship   Start Date: 06 September 2027 Salary: £24,000 per annum Employee type: Permanent Location: Templecombe Working Schedule: Monday – Friday, 37 hours a week (8 hours Monday – Thursday, 5 hours Friday)   Turn your curiosity into a career. If you're passionate about engineering, eager to learn, and looking for a degree apprenticeship that combines academic study with exciting on-the-job experience,...

Location: Templecombe, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. 2027 Systems Engineering Apprentice - Level 6 Applied Professional Engineering Degree Apprenticeship   Start Date: 6 September 2027 Salary: £24,000 per annum Employee type: Permanent Location: Templecombe Working Schedule: Monday – Friday, 37 hours a week (8 hours Monday – Thursday, 5 hours Friday)   Turn your curiosity into a career. If you're passionate about engineering, eager to learn, and looking for a degree apprenticeship that combines academic study with exciting on-the-job experience, we'd...

Are you looking for an exciting new challenge where you can utilise your health, safety and environmental experience within a construction-based environment? If so, this is an excellent opportunity for you. What you'll do The SHEQ Advisor will be experienced and competent in health and safety functions in a construction environment. You will be proficient in working autonomously, capable of developing relationships with the workforce and possess strong influencing skills. In addition, you will be comfortable building credibility to achieve buy-in for change and positively impact an organisation's culture on health and safety. You will support strategies, develop systems, monitor performance and provide advice and support to ensure compliance with statutory and company requirements. To maintain construction excellence, you will operate by undertaking a range of planned advice, guidance and support activities which focus on establishing, promoting, maintaining, and...

Deputy Site Lead Elmtree Learning Partnership Alternative Provision for Primary and Secondary-Aged Learners Salary: £24,252 - £25,800 dependent on experience Contract: Full-time, Permanent, term-time only Location: Elmtree Learning Partnership Weston-super-Mare Start Date: 23rd September 2026 Inspire Change. Champion Inclusion. Lead with Purpose. Elmtree Learning Partnership is seeking an exceptional and dedicated Deputy Site Lead to join our growing Alternative Provision for secondary-aged learners. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced education professional who is passionate about supporting vulnerable young people to re-engage with education and achieve positive outcomes. Working closely with the Site Lead, you will play a key role in the strategic and operational leadership of the provision, ensuring students receive high-quality educational and pastoral support in a safe, nurturing, and aspirational environment. About the Role...

Learning Suppot Assistant- Taunton Full-Time Mainstream We are looking for passionate and dedicated Learning Support Assistants to join schools in Taunton. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people with special educational needs. Role Overview: Support students with a range of SEN needs in mainstream classrooms or specialist settings. Work closely with teachers to deliver tailored learning and interventions. Provide one-to-one or small group support to help students achieve their potential. Promote inclusion and positive behaviour in the classroom. What We're Looking For: Experience working with children with SEN (desirable but not essential). Patience, empathy, and a proactive approach to supporting learning. Strong communication and teamwork skills. Ability to adapt to different learning needs and environments. Benefits: Flexible options: full-time or part-time roles available. Competitive...

Learning Support Assistant- Bridgwater Full-Time Mainstream We are looking for passionate and dedicated Learning Support Assistants to join schools in Bridgwater. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people with special educational needs. Role Overview: Support students with a range of SEN needs in mainstream classrooms or specialist settings. Work closely with teachers to deliver tailored learning and interventions. Provide one-to-one or small group support to help students achieve their potential. Promote inclusion and positive behaviour in the classroom. What We're Looking For: Experience working with children with SEN (desirable but not essential). Patience, empathy, and a proactive approach to supporting learning. Strong communication and teamwork skills. Ability to adapt to different learning needs and environments. Benefits: Flexible options: full-time or part-time roles available....

Support Worker / Young Persons Support Practitioner Fusion Independence Providing high-quality support, guidance, and practical assistance to young people, including care leavers and Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC), to support their transition into independent adulthood. Delivering person-centred, trauma-informed support to promote independence, wellbeing, and positive life outcomes. Key responsibilities included: Delivering person-centred support to young people to develop essential independent living skills, including budgeting, cooking, self-care, tenancy management, education, and employment readiness Building positive relationships with young people, families, and professionals to promote stability, wellbeing, and positive outcomes Implementing and reviewing individual support and care plans, ensuring support was tailored to changing needs and circumstances Monitoring progress in daily living skills, emotional wellbeing, education, employment, social...

Taunton Start date: September 2026 Pay rate: 120- 150 per day Looking for flexible work from September? Tradewind Recruitment is currently looking to speak with experienced Cover Supervisors, ECTs and Qualified Teachers interested in flexible day-to-day and longer-term opportunities across Taunton from September 2026. Whether you're looking for flexible supply work, want to gain experience across different schools or are looking for additional work alongside other commitments, we'd like to hear from you. ECTs and Qualified Teachers looking for flexible work are particularly encouraged to apply. Before applying, please confirm: Do you have experience working with secondary-age students ? Are you confident managing classroom behaviour and maintaining a positive learning environment? Are you available for flexible work across Taunton from September 2026 ? Do you have previous experience working within a UK education setting? Are you a Cover Supervisor, ECT,...