Teaching Assistant
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Teaching Assistant - Hedge End
Start Date: March 2026
Are you a passionate and dependable Teaching Assistant looking for flexible work in Hedge End and nearby areas? We are currently recruiting enthusiastic individuals to support a variety of welcoming and inclusive primary schools. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys working in different classroom environments while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
The Role
As a Teaching Assistant, you will:
- Work closely with class teachers to support teaching and learning.
- Provide targeted support to individual pupils and small groups.
- Help deliver creative and engaging lessons tailored to pupils’ needs.
- Promote positive behaviour and contribute to a safe, supportive classroom environment.
- Encourage children’s confidence, independence, and academic progress.
- Always adhere to school policies and safeguarding procedures.
About You
We’re looking for someone who:
- Has experience working with children in a primary school setting (EYFS, KS1, and/or KS2).
- Holds a Teaching Assistant qualification or has relevant classroom experience (preferred but not essential).
- Is patient, adaptable, and nurturing in their approach.
- Feels confident supporting classroom routines and behaviour management.
- Works effectively on a one-to-one basis and with small groups.
- Demonstrates professionalism, reliability, and a strong commitment to safeguarding.
What We Offer
- Competitive daily pay rates.
- Flexible opportunities to suit both part-time and full-time availability.
- Experience across a variety of schools and year groups.
- Ongoing support from a friendly and experienced recruitment team.
- A dedicated consultant to guide you throughout your placements.
Apply Today
If you are an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant seeking flexible opportunities in Hedge End starting March 2026, we would love to hear from you. Submit your CV along with your availability, and one of our Primary Specialist Consultants will be in touch to discuss the next steps.
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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