Classroom Support Assistant

Part-Time Classroom Support Assistant – Ideal for Students
Location: Newton Abbot and surrounding areas
Job Type: Part-Time / Flexible
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £13.84 - £15.38 per hour (depending on experience)
Agency: Teaching Personnel

Are you currently studying for a part-time degree in education or a related field and looking to gain practical classroom experience?

Teaching Personnel is offering the perfect opportunity for aspiring educators to gain hands-on experience in local Primary Schools across Newton Abbot, while working around your studies.

This part-time Classroom Support Assistant role is designed with flexibility in mind — ideal for students who want to start their journey into teaching with real classroom exposure.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Supporting teachers in delivering engaging lessons across EYFS, KS1 or KS2

• Working with pupils 1:1 or in small groups to support their learning

• Assisting with classroom activities such as phonics, literacy and numeracy

• Gaining valuable experience in behaviour management, SEN support, and differentiated teaching

Perfect for You If:

• You're currently studying part-time (e.g. Education, Childhood Studies, Psychology, etc.)

• You're passionate about a future career in teaching or school support

• You’re looking to build classroom experience alongside your academic studies

• You’re enthusiastic, reliable and eager to learn

Requirements:

• Availability for part-time work during school hours (Mon–Fri, term-time)

• A DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one

• The ability to travel to schools in the Newton Abbot area

• A positive and proactive attitude with a genuine desire to work in education

Why Choose Teaching Personnel?

• Flexible part-time work to fit around your degree

• Weekly pay through PAYE

• Free access to CPD training courses

• Friendly, experienced consultants who understand your needs as a student

• Opportunities to progress into long-term or permanent roles

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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