Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant – Bridport

Location: Bridport, Dorset
Position: Teaching Assistant (Full-time or Part-time)
Start Date: September 2025
Salary: £85 - £95 per day (depending on experience)
Contract Type: Temp-to-perm / Long-term supply
Agency: Teaching Personnel

Are you a nurturing and proactive individual looking to support children's learning in a rewarding classroom role?

Teaching Personnel is working closely with a number of primary schools in the Bridport area to recruit Teaching Assistants to support both Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 pupils. These schools pride themselves on inclusive education and are looking for individuals who are committed to helping all children thrive.

✅ The successful candidate will:

• Have experience working with children (school, childcare, or youth setting preferred)
• Be confident supporting pupils 1:1 and in small groups
• Demonstrate patience, empathy and excellent communication skills
• Assist the teacher in creating an engaging learning environment
• Support pupils with additional needs (SEND experience is a bonus)

In return, we offer:

• A personal consultant to guide your journey in education
• Opportunities in supportive and well-resourced Bridport schools
• Access to ongoing CPD, including safeguarding and SEN training
• Flexible work to fit around your commitments
• Competitive daily rates, paid weekly
• Opportunities to secure permanent positions

Apply now:

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your CV via this advert or either email Beth.maxwell@teachingpersonnel.com or contact our Dorset Primary Team on 01202297744.

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.
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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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