General Teaching Assistants Wanted – September Start | Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities

Location: Okehampton & Surrounding Areas
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: Competitive daily rates, paid weekly

Are you a caring and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity this September?

Teaching Personnel is working with a number of welcoming primary and secondary schools across Okehampton and the surrounding areas who are looking for dedicated Teaching Assistants to join their teams. Whether you're seeking full-time, part-time, long-term or flexible supply work, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role:

• Support teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons.
• Work with individual pupils and small groups to enhance learning and confidence.
• Encourage positive behaviour and promote a supportive classroom environment.
• Help prepare classroom resources and learning activities.
• Support pupils with a range of learning needs to help them reach their full potential.

We're Looking For:

• Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable but not essential.
• A positive, patient and caring approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• The ability to adapt to different classroom environments.
• A genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development.

Why Choose Teaching Personnel?

• Flexible full-time, part-time and day-to-day supply opportunities.
• Competitive weekly pay.
• A dedicated local recruitment consultant to support you throughout your journey.
• Access to free and discounted CPD and training.
• Opportunities to secure long-term and permanent positions.
• Pension scheme and employee wellbeing support.

Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant, looking to begin your career in education, or searching for a role with greater flexibility, Teaching Personnel can help you find the right opportunity.

Apply today and contact Aimee on 01392 920 363 or email at aimee.scadding@teachingpersonnel.com

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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