Primary Teaching Assistant

Plymouth, Devon
Competitive daily rate, paid weekly
Full-time & Part-time opportunities available
✅ Immediate starts and September vacancies

Teaching Personnel are currently looking for enthusiastic and caring Teaching Assistants to work across a range of primary schools in Plymouth.

Whether you have previous classroom experience, a background in childcare, youth work, coaching, support work, or are looking to start a career in education, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

Supporting pupils in the classroom on a 1:1 and small group basis
Assisting the class teacher with lessons and classroom activities
Helping children to engage with their learning
Supporting pupils with additional needs where required
Creating a positive and inclusive learning environment

Requirements

Experience working with children or young people
A positive, patient and proactive attitude
Strong communication skills
Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one

What We Offer

Flexible working options to suit your availability
Competitive weekly pay through PAYE
Access to free CPD and training courses
Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions

If you're passionate about supporting young people and making a difference in the classroom, apply today and a member of our Plymouth team will be in touch.

plymouth@teachingpersonnel.com
Contact Teaching Personnel Plymouth for more information

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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