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Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK As an Early Years Educator, you will play a leading role in fostering the intellectual, social, and emotional development of children at Busy Bees. Join a company that values high-quality education and provides ample growth opportunities. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you’ll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery Wakefield is a purpose-built nursery located in a tranquil business park, rated "Good" by Ofsted with a capacity of 112 children. The nursery features four spacious base rooms, each equipped with its own generously sized outdoor area, promoting free exploration and play between indoor and outdoor spaces. Conveniently situated just off Junction 41 of the M1 and near Junction 29 of the M62, it offers easy access for commuters. Additionally, there are nearby bus stops on Paragon Avenue for those using public transport, and the facility provides free parking. Busy Bees Benefits • Competitive salary, • Ongoing professional development and career progression, • Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers, • Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays), • Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you!, • 50% childcare discount, • Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus, • Menopause support through Peppy, • Financial support through Salary Finance, • Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders, • Cycle to Work scheme, • Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon, • Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI), • Create a Safe, Stimulating Environment: Prepare materials and arrange rooms to encourage children's growth and learning., • Lead Educational Activities: Plan and deliver activities that support children's physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development, aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)., • Level 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years Education., • Proven experience in working with children under 5 and a genuine interest in early childhood education

SEN Teaching Assistant Batley Up to 650 per week depending on experience. To apply, you must show proof of right to work in the UK. About the role Connex Education are supporting a mainstream primary school in Batley in appointing an SEN Teaching Assistant on a full-time basis. About the school This welcoming Primary school is in Batley is two form entry. The staff and parents work together closely to ensure each child achieves their full potential. As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will be supporting a KS1 class and working 1:1 with a child with autism. The school is looking for a SEN Teaching Assistant who can build a positive rapport with the child. Assignment details This role is long term assignment starting January 2026 July 2026 (32.5 hours per week). Benefits of working with Connex Education Competitive daily rate. PAYE paid weekly. Funded formal qualifications, from Level 2 SEND, Level 3 Teaching and Learning, Level 4 HLTA and Level 5 TEFL. Career progression via our Care to Classroom setting conversion course Wellbeing programme and refresher training for life in a 21st century classroom. Trainee teacher apprenticeship opportunities. Person Specification Have a current DBS on the update service or willing to provide a new one Have Maths and English to GCSE Grade C or equivalent Hold previous experience of working with children and young people Have experience of supporting pupils with SEN needs Protected characteristics statement If you are interested or would like to discuss more supply opportunities with hundreds of local schools, please apply today. All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including a DBS check. All appointments will be made subject to a DBS check. Connex Education Partnership is committed to a policy of equal opportunities. We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status or disability. Everyone is assessed on merit alone. Connex Education Partnership is an employment agency and employment business Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire Salary: Pay to scale Contract: Full-time | Long-term | Term-time only Make every day meaningful in the classroom If you re patient, compassionate, and love helping children find their spark, you ll fit right in here. Protocol Education are looking for dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to support pupils with special educational needs across schools in Wakefield . Whether you re experienced in SEND, working towards a career in education, or simply passionate about helping young people thrive, we want to hear from you. About the Role You ll be part of a warm, supportive team providing tailored support to pupils who need a little extra care to reach their full potential. Your day might include: Supporting students with autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, or social-emotional needs Working 1:1 or in small groups to help children access learning and build confidence Assisting teachers with classroom routines, resources, and activities Creating a safe, structured, and encouraging learning environment Celebrating progress every smile, step, and small victory counts! About You We d love to hear from you if you: Have experience working with children or adults with additional needs (school, care, or youth work backgrounds all welcome) Are calm, reliable, and great at building relationships Can follow support plans and take initiative in the classroom Have a genuine passion for supporting every child s right to learn and succeed A DBS on the Update Service is ideal, but we can help with that if needed. Why Work with Protocol Education? We make your teaching assistant journey simple and rewarding. You ll get: Weekly pay through PAYE no umbrella companies or hidden fees FREE access to our CPD training academy , including SEN and behaviour management courses Personal support from your dedicated consultant , who knows the Wakefield schools inside out Opportunities across mainstream, SEND, and alternative provision settings A referral scheme earn rewards by referring your friends to join us Streamlined registration and quick placements that suit your needs Thrive Training Stand Out to Schools! Not Thrive trained yet? No problem. We offer FREE Thrive Approach training to help you support children s social and emotional wellbeing. It s a brilliant way to develop your skills and make your profile shine. Apply Now Send your CVs 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.

Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant Location: Wakefield area (willing to travel) Contract Type: Full-Time/Part-Time/Fixed-Term/Permanent Hours: 8:30am-15:30pm Job Overview We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) across a range of Primary schools whom we work very closely with. The successful candidate will work closely with the SENDCo, class teachers, and other support staff to ensure all pupils can access the curriculum and reach their full potential. Key Responsibilities Provide 1:1 support and small group interventions for pupils with SEND. Assist in implementing Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and Individual Learning Plans (ILPs). Support children with learning difficulties, autism, ADHD, speech language needs , and other additional needs. Adapt classroom resources and strategies to meet individual needs. Foster a nurturing and inclusive environment to promote children s emotional well-being. Work closely with the class teacher to deliver tailored learning activities. Support pupils with personal care and social skills development , if required. Monitor and record progress, providing feedback to teachers and parents. Encourage positive behaviour in line with the school's behaviour policy. Person Specification Essential: Experience working with children with SEND in a school or childcare setting. Understanding of SEND strategies and interventions . Good literacy, numeracy, and communication skills. Ability to work as part of a team and build positive relationships. Patience, empathy, and a passion for supporting children s development. Desirable: A relevant Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification . Training in Autism Awareness, Makaton, PECS, Team Teach, or Speech Language interventions . Experience working in a primary school setting. Benefits: Supportive and welcoming school environment. Opportunities for professional development and SEND training. Term-time working hours for a good work-life balance. How to Apply: To apply, please send your C, covering the last 10 years of employment. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and reference checks in line with safer recruitment practices. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for 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. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with 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 all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.