4 Education jobs in Taunton

Multiple positions are available and hiring is ongoing to meet the wide variety of needs we support.

We are on a mission to transform the quality of education provided to young people with SEN (Special Education Needs) / SEND (Special Education Needs and Disabilities), as well as other needs such as SEMH needs (Social, Emotional and Mental Health). We are increasingly supporting children and young people with MLD (Moderate Learning Difficulties) and SLD (Severe Learning Difficulties).

We are looking for SEN / SEND tutors with a genuine passion for transforming the lives of disengaged, at-risk, and vulnerable learners in Somerset / Bristol.

At Targeted Provision our mission is to raise the standard of educational support offered to vulnerable young people in the UK. We keep the team around the child, and you will be supported throughout every placement by our team of SEN / SEND Support Specialists.

This role is perfect for qualified SEN / SEND teachers who are eager to work via 1:1 tutoring with children and young people with a variety of learning needs, in a creative, flexible, holistic, and trauma-informed manner, to raise their engagement and drastically improve the outlook of their educational journey.

• Flexible part-time up to full-time hours to suit you schedule
• Occasional opportunities to take on remote jobs and online teaching assignments and work from home
• Extensive CPD and upskilling opportunities, including access to the full Tes CPD suite while working with us
• A SEN / SEND Support Team dedicated to keeping a team around the child, and ensuring that every placement is a success for the young person and you
• We invite every active tutor to join our tutor community, where our tutors and ourselves share best practice, resources, and tips
• A place as part of a child-centred company committed to transforming the world of support for vulnerable young people for the better

• This role will involve providing Maths, English, or Science tuition to young people with Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND), Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH), Moderate and Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD / SLD), or other Additional Educational Needs referred to Targeted Provision
• These young people are referred to us by local authorities and schools and will require some level of support in their educational and social-emotional journey
• If selected, your role will be to provide this support via flexible and holistic trauma-informed tutoring and mentoring

• Planning each session of teaching / tutoring / mentoring
• Providing the young person with holistic and engaging sessions which meet their needs and advance their educational and social-emotional journey
• Completing lesson reports and providing feedback on the young person's progress

• Professional Teaching Qualifications (Qualified Teacher Status / QTS / QTLS)
• Minimum 2 years teaching experience
• Experience working with young people with SEND, SEMH, MLD, SLD, and / or other Additional Educational Needs
• Experience, knowledge and understanding of safeguarding processes
• Enhanced DBS (we can help obtain this at cost if needed)
• Two professional references
• You must be based in the UK with the right to work in the UK, even for remote / online assignments

It is a strict requirement that you have the ability to work in a way that promotes the health, safety and wellbeing of children and young people and follow safeguarding policies and procedures at all times.

• This position involves engaging with us as a Worker, to provide short-term engagements as and when they arise
• You will work through a contract for service and will be paid via PAYE
• We do not offer any set amount of work nor expenses coverage
• Our insurance covers the work you do for us
• This is not a self-employed tutoring / self-employed teaching position

We look forward to receiving your CV, outlining your relevant skills and experience that can help make a difference.

Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to every applicant. We aim to respond to all successful applicants within two weeks.

We are keen to hear from candidates from all backgrounds. The over 2 million vulnerable children in the UK are disproportionately constituted of minority and LGBTQIA+ communities, as well as people with disabilities, refugees and migrants, and people living with mental health conditions. It is integral to our mission of raising the standard of support for the UK's vulnerable learners that we engage tutors from all backgrounds so that our tutors can share/relate to the experiences of our students.

We take Safer Recruitment seriously. All candidates must pass through our strict processes to ensure their suitability to work with children and young people before being considered for work with us.

Interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis.

Individuals with highly relevant experience from teaching background often have worked in the following roles:

• SENCo (Special Education Needs Coordinator)
• SLD / MLD Teacher
• Autism / ADHD Support Teacher
• Intervention Specialist
• Ex-Teacher

Other highly relevant roles from therapeutic and learning support background include

• Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
• Educational Therapist
• Speech and Language Therapist
• Educational Psychologist
• Inclusion Coordinator

If you hold one of these roles, meet our requirements, and are considering a career change please do consider applying with us.

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Location:Taunton

Pay: £153.85 - £21.88 per day

Type: Fixed Term Contract

Hours: Full-time

Start date: September 2nd 2025

Elementa are recruiting for a Teacher of Religious Education at this popular secondary school in Taunton, Somerset. The teaching role will consist of Religious Education, Philosophy and Ethics, with a mixture of teaching across key stages 3 and 4. The contract will be through terms 1 and 2, on a full-time basis.

The right candidate will hold a UK QTS qualification, alongside a honours degree in a relevant subject, and will have experience teaching across at least two key stages. You will have a good understanding of the requirements of the humanities national curriculum and the skills to engage all learners effectively. You will be a proactive member of the team, demonstrating initiative and a can-do approach, as well as being agile and able to respond to the changing needs in your environment. You will have up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding and child protection legislation and implement this in accordance with trust-wide and school policies.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a vibrant Academy-Secondary setting with a supportive environment. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in inspiring students in their understanding of Religious Education, Philosophy, and Ethics.

• Plan and deliver engaging and effective lessons that cater to a wide range of learning abilities.
li>Assess and monitor student progress, providing constructive feedback to support their development.
• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages student participation and discussion.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop curriculum resources and share best practices.
• Maintain high standards of classroom management and student engagement.

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and attributes:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS).
• Demonstrable experience teaching Religious Education or related subjects.
• A strong understanding of the curriculum for RE, Philosophy, and Ethics.
• Ability to motivate and inspire students through innovative and engaging teaching methods.
• A commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.

Contract & recruitment information

Elementa is the recruiting partner therefore applicants being considered for the role after pre-screening will be required to complete the registration process for Elementa. This includes full vetting & background checks and application for an Enhanced DBS Disclosure (which may be chargeable @£6 20) unless you have a current Enhanced DBS on the update service.

If you have the relevant skills and experience necessary for this role then please apply with your full up to date CV.

ELEMENTA CANDIDATE COMMITMENT:

Weekly pay – no waiting for monthly payroll cut off dates, Elementa pays one week in lieu. < i>PAYE contract – unless a candidate specifically requests it, all candidates are paid via PAYE giving them the protections and payment structure of a traditional employer:employee relationship. < i>Training & Support – a broad range of free or heavily discounted training available including Safeguarding, Behaviour, Team Teach, SEND, Makaton and Thrive. Regular welfare contact and support from a dedicated candidate manager. < i>Fair pay policy – our candidates are paid to scale, where a variation on this may be required written agreement will be provided ahead of the position. < i>Additional services to support our staff – we have a network of partners who offer support services to our candidates … tax returns, accountancy, legal and more.

For more information click apply now below or contact us via phone or email. All applicants will be promptly responded to.

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Location:Taunton

Pay: £153.85 - £21.88 per day

Type: Fixed Term Contract

Hours: Full-time

Start date: September 2nd 2025

Elementa are recruiting for a Teacher of Religious Education at this popular secondary school in Taunton, Somerset. The teaching role will consist of Religious Education, Philosophy and Ethics, with a mixture of teaching across key stages 3 and 4. The contract will be through terms 1 and 2, on a full-time basis.

The right candidate will hold a UK QTS qualification, alongside a honours degree in a relevant subject, and will have experience teaching across at least two key stages. You will have a good understanding of the requirements of the humanities national curriculum and the skills to engage all learners effectively. You will be a proactive member of the team, demonstrating initiative and a can-do approach, as well as being agile and able to respond to the changing needs in your environment. You will have up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding and child protection legislation and implement this in accordance with trust-wide and school policies.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a vibrant Academy-Secondary setting with a supportive environment. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in inspiring students in their understanding of Religious Education, Philosophy, and Ethics.

• Plan and deliver engaging and effective lessons that cater to a wide range of learning abilities.
li>Assess and monitor student progress, providing constructive feedback to support their development.
• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages student participation and discussion.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop curriculum resources and share best practices.
• Maintain high standards of classroom management and student engagement.

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and attributes:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS).
• Demonstrable experience teaching Religious Education or related subjects.
• A strong understanding of the curriculum for RE, Philosophy, and Ethics.
• Ability to motivate and inspire students through innovative and engaging teaching methods.
• A commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.

Contract & recruitment information

Elementa is the recruiting partner therefore applicants being considered for the role after pre-screening will be required to complete the registration process for Elementa. This includes full vetting & background checks and application for an Enhanced DBS Disclosure (which may be chargeable @£6 20) unless you have a current Enhanced DBS on the update service.

If you have the relevant skills and experience necessary for this role then please apply with your full up to date CV.

ELEMENTA CANDIDATE COMMITMENT:

Weekly pay – no waiting for monthly payroll cut off dates, Elementa pays one week in lieu. < i>PAYE contract – unless a candidate specifically requests it, all candidates are paid via PAYE giving them the protections and payment structure of a traditional employer:employee relationship. < i>Training & Support – a broad range of free or heavily discounted training available including Safeguarding, Behaviour, Team Teach, SEND, Makaton and Thrive. Regular welfare contact and support from a dedicated candidate manager. < i>Fair pay policy – our candidates are paid to scale, where a variation on this may be required written agreement will be provided ahead of the position. < i>Additional services to support our staff – we have a network of partners who offer support services to our candidates … tax returns, accountancy, legal and more.

For more information click apply now below or contact us via phone or email. All applicants will be promptly responded to.