Teaching Assistant

Supply Teaching Assistants – Launceston Area
Location: Launceston and surrounding areas
Start Date: ASAP
Daily Rate: £90 – £97 (based on a 6.5-hour day)

Are you passionate about supporting children in their learning journey? Looking for a role that offers flexibility and variety? Teaching Personnel is currently seeking Supply Teaching Assistants to work across a number of welcoming primary schools in the Launceston area.

This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone looking to gain valuable experience in education, whether you're considering a long-term career in schools or want a flexible job that fits around your lifestyle.

What does a Teaching Assistant do?

As a TA, you’ll play a vital role in supporting teachers and pupils across the classroom. Your responsibilities may include:

• Supporting pupils in small groups or on a 1:1 basis, including those with additional needs

• Helping with classroom activities, organisation, and behaviour management

• Preparing learning materials and resources

• Assisting during lessons, break times, and transitions

You may be placed in different year groups depending on the school’s needs, offering great exposure to working with a variety of age ranges.

Why choose this role?

• Flexible work that fits around other commitments

• Opportunities for long-term roles or temp-to-perm placements

• Build your experience across different schools and key stages

• Daily pay between £90–£97 (6.5 hours per day)

Requirements:

• Experience working with children (in schools, childcare, youth work or similar)

• A DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one)

• A positive, proactive attitude and willingness to learn

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Why Teaching Personnel?

We’re the UK’s leading education recruitment agency, with over 25 years of experience connecting educators with rewarding roles in schools. Working with us means:

• A dedicated local consultant who understands your needs

• Access to free training and development

• Weekly pay and transparent daily rates

• A wide range of opportunities across trusted local schools

Interested?
Apply today, and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss the next steps.

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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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