Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Primary Teaching Assistant
Location: Exeter Area
Contract: Temporary, Full-Time
Pay: £90 - £100 per day (depending on experience)

About the Role:
We’re looking for a caring and enthusiastic Primary Teaching Assistant to join our team on a temporary full-time basis in the Exeter area. You’ll be working alongside friendly teachers to help support the learning and growth of our amazing primary school children. If you love working with kids and want to make a real difference every day, this could be the perfect role for you!

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Helping teachers deliver fun and engaging lessons

• Supporting children one-on-one or in small groups, including those who might need a little extra help

• Preparing classroom materials and making sure everything runs smoothly

• Encouraging positive behaviour and creating a happy learning environment

• Keeping an eye on how the children are doing and sharing feedback with the team

What We’re Looking For:

• Someone who enjoys working with children and wants to help them shine

• Good communication skills and a friendly, patient approach

• Flexibility and a willingness to get stuck in wherever needed

• Experience in a classroom or with children is great but not essential – a positive attitude is what matters most!

• Qualifications in education or childcare are a bonus but not a must

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

• Be part of a welcoming and supportive school community

• Make a real difference to children’s lives every day

• Opportunities to learn and grow in your role

• Temporary full-time hours with the chance to extend based on how things go

• Competitive daily pay of £90 - £100

How to Apply:
If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you! Please send your CV and a short note about why you’d be great for the role to aimee.scadding@teachingpersonnel.com by 4th November 2025. We’re reviewing applications as they come in, so don’t wait!

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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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