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Teaching Assistant

  1. Teaching Assistant
  2. Devon
Date posted : 14/10/26
  1. Flexible Working
£92 - 100 per day

Job description

Teaching Assistant (TA) - Torbay

Location: Torbay, Devon
Pay: Competitive daily rate, paid weekly
Job Type: Full-time and part-time opportunities available
Start Date: ASAP / Flexible

Teaching Assistants Wanted - Join Teaching Personnel in Torbay

Teaching Personnel is looking for enthusiastic and caring Teaching Assistants to support primary schools across Torbay, including Torquay, Paignton, Brixham and surrounding areas.

Whether you're an experienced TA, have worked with children before, or are looking to start a career in education, we have a range of flexible opportunities available, including day-to-day supply, short-term cover and long-term positions.

The Role

  • Support pupils in the classroom on a one-to-one or small group basis
  • Assist teachers in delivering engaging lessons
  • Help create a positive and inclusive learning environment
  • Support pupils with additional learning or behavioural needs where required
  • Encourage pupil confidence, engagement and progress

We Are Looking For

  • Experience working with children, young people or within an educational setting is desirable
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • A positive, patient and proactive attitude
  • Ability to adapt to different school environments
  • Relevant TA qualifications are welcomed but not essential

What Teaching Personnel Offers

  • Flexible working opportunities to suit your schedule
  • Competitive rates of pay
  • Weekly pay via PAYE
  • Dedicated local consultant support
  • Access to free CPD and training courses
  • Opportunities to secure long-term and permanent positions

Safeguarding & Vetting

All applicants will be subject to Teaching Personnel's safeguarding and vetting procedures, including an Enhanced DBS check and referencing process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidelines. Candidates with an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service are encouraged to apply, although support can be provided to obtain a new DBS where required.

If you're passionate about supporting young people and making a positive impact in schools across Torbay, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to join Teaching Personnel and start your next role in education.

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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