Ad Hoc Teaching Assistant – Woking, Surrey

Location: Woking, Surrey
Job Type: Ad hoc / Flexible / Supply
Pay: Competitive daily rate, depending on experience

About the Role

We are looking for enthusiastic, caring and reliable Ad Hoc Teaching Assistants to support local schools in Woking and the surrounding areas. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking flexible work, whether you are an experienced Teaching Assistant or looking to gain experience in an educational setting.

You will work alongside teachers to support pupils with their learning, encourage positive behaviour and help create a safe, welcoming and inclusive classroom environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support teachers with classroom activities and lesson preparation.
• Provide individual and small-group support to pupils.
• Help maintain a positive, safe and engaging learning environment.
• Encourage pupils' confidence, participation and independence.
• Assist with classroom organisation and general learning activities.
• Support pupils with additional learning needs where required.

Requirements

• A genuine passion for working with children and supporting their development.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A patient, positive and flexible approach.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Previous experience working with children is desirable but not essential.
• An enhanced DBS check, or willingness to obtain one, in line with safeguarding requirements.

What We Offer

• Flexible, ad hoc work to fit around your availability.
• Opportunities to work in a variety of local schools.
• Valuable experience in education and classroom support.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• Opportunities for ongoing assignments, subject to availability.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about helping children learn and thrive, and are looking for flexible Teaching Assistant work in Woking, we would love to hear from you.

Please send your CV and a brief introduction outlining your experience and availability to [insert contact email or application link].

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to appropriate safeguarding checks and safer recruitment procedures.

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.
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