Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant

Location: Launceston, Callington, Okehampton and Tavistock

Position: Full-Time Primary Teaching Assistant
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Ongoing with potential for permanent opportunities

Teaching Personnel are currently recruiting enthusiastic and dedicated Primary Teaching Assistants to work across a variety of primary schools in the Launceston, Callington, Okehampton and Tavistock areas. We have immediate vacancies available and are recruiting on an ongoing basis for candidates looking to make a positive impact within primary education.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about supporting children in their learning and development. Initially, you will work through Teaching Personnel, with the opportunity to progress into a permanent school-based role if desired.

The Role

As a Primary Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support pupils across EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging and creative lessons.
• Provide one-to-one and small-group interventions.
• Help create a positive, safe and inclusive learning environment.
• Support children with varying learning abilities and additional needs.
• Encourage pupils' academic, social and emotional development.

Requirements

To be considered for this role, you should:

• Have experience working with children or young people.
• Be enthusiastic, patient and nurturing.
• Have strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Hold a DBS registered on the Update Service, or be willing to complete a new DBS through Teaching Personnel.
• Previous experience within a primary school setting is advantageous but not essential.

Why Work for Teaching Personnel?

As the UK's leading education recruitment agency, we offer:

• Competitive weekly pay.
• Full-time and long-term opportunities.
• Access to a wide network of local primary schools.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated local consultant.
• Free and discounted CPD and training courses.
• Opportunities to gain valuable classroom experience.
• Clear pathways into permanent school-based roles.
• A straightforward registration process and ongoing career support.

Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant or looking to begin your career in primary education, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and start making a difference in local primary schools across Launceston and surrounding areas!

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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