Teaching Assistant
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Flexible Supply Teaching Assistant – Portsmouth
Location: Portsmouth and surrounding areas
Position: General Supply Teaching Assistant (TA)
Hours: Flexible – part-time & full-time opportunities available
Start Date: Ongoing
Are you a passionate and adaptable Teaching Assistant looking for flexible work in schools across Portsmouth?
We are currently seeking enthusiastic, reliable, and committed Supply Teaching Assistants to support a variety of primary and secondary schools in the local area. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience across different settings, build your skillset, and make a positive impact on pupils’ learning.
Your Role:
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Supporting class teachers in delivering engaging lessons
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Providing 1:1 or group support to pupils
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Assisting with classroom management and general administrative tasks
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Helping to create a positive and inclusive learning environment
Requirements:
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Previous experience working in a school or educational setting (preferred)
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A genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development
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Flexible, reliable, and ready to take on new challenges
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DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply for one)
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Relevant TA qualification or equivalent experience (desirable)
Why Join Us?
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Flexible working to suit your lifestyle
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Opportunities to work in a variety of schools
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Supportive agency team and ongoing CPD
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Quick and easy registration process
Whether you're an experienced TA or new to the role and looking to gain experience, we’d love to hear from you!
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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