Teaching Assistant
Job description
Teaching Assistant Opportunities
Plymouth
Full-Time & Part-Time Roles Available
Flexible Supply and Long-Term Positions
Competitive Weekly Pay
Teaching Personnel is currently recruiting enthusiastic and reliable Teaching Assistants to support primary schools across Plymouth and the surrounding areas. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about helping children succeed and thrive in the classroom.
Whether you're an experienced TA, a recent graduate, or someone with transferable childcare or support experience, we'd love to hear from you.
The Role
As a Teaching Assistant, you will:
- Support pupils in class on a one-to-one and small group basis
- Assist the teacher in delivering engaging lessons
- Help children build confidence and achieve their learning goals
- Support pupils with additional needs where required
- Contribute to a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment
We Are Looking For
- Experience working with children or young people (desirable but not essential)
- A positive, patient, and proactive attitude
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- A genuine passion for education and supporting young learners
- An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one
What We Offer
- Flexible work to fit around your lifestyle
- Daily supply, long-term, and permanent opportunities
- Competitive rates of pay
- Access to free CPD and training courses
- Ongoing support from a dedicated local consultant
Locations
We work with schools across:
- Plymouth
- Plympton
- Plymstock
- Saltash
Apply Today
If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in local schools, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now or contact Teaching Personnel Plymouth to find out more about our current Teaching Assistant opportunities.
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.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.
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