Part Time Teaching Assistants

Are you passionate about education and looking to gain hands-on experience in a classroom setting? Teaching Personnel is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistants to support local Primary Schools across Plymouth and surrounding areas.

This is a perfect opportunity for individuals seeking 2–3 days of work per week, especially those currently studying an education-related degree at university. We offer flexible scheduling to fit around your availability — simply update your diary and we’ll match you with suitable placements.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience supporting pupils with additional needs in a mainstream classroom setting.
• A genuine interest in helping children thrive academically and emotionally.
• Reliable, adaptable, and confident working in different school environments.
• A DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one).

Ideal for:

• University students studying Education, Childhood Studies, or similar.
• Qualified Teaching Assistants looking for part-time, flexible work that makes a real difference.

✅ What We Offer:

• Flexible work around your own schedule.
• Opportunities to work in a variety of local primary schools.
• Ongoing training and development.
• A supportive team at Teaching Personnel to guide you every step of the way.

Ready to take the next step in your education career?
Apply today and start making a difference in the lives of young learners.

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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