Teaching Assistant

Primary School Teaching Assistant – Weymouth
Location: Weymouth, Dorset
Contract Type: Full-time / Part-time / Flexible supply
Pay: £85 – £95 per day (dependent on experience)
Start Date: Immediate and September 2025 starts available

Looking to make a difference in the classroom?

Teaching Personnel is working with several welcoming and supportive primary schools in Weymouth to recruit enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to support pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2.

Whether you're an experienced TA, a recent graduate, or someone looking to gain experience in education—this is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills and make a real impact on young learners.

About the role:

As a Primary Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support class teachers in delivering engaging lessons
• Provide 1:1 and small group interventions in literacy and numeracy
• Assist with behaviour management and encourage positive behaviour
• Support pupils with additional needs, including SEN and EAL
• Help create a safe, fun and inclusive learning environment

We’re looking for:

✅ Experience working with children (in a school, nursery, tutoring or youth setting)
✅ A caring, calm and patient approach
✅ Confidence in supporting primary-aged pupils
✅ Strong communication and teamwork skills
✅ A DBS registered on the Update Service (or be willing to apply)

What you’ll get from us:

✨ Weekly pay through PAYE
✨ A personal consultant to support your development
✨ Free access to online CPD training (including Safeguarding, Autism Awareness & Phonics)
✨ Opportunities for long-term, short-term or supply work in Weymouth primary schools
✨ Chance to gain school-based experience if you're considering teacher training

Interested?
Apply now by submitting your CV or contact Beth Maxwell at Teaching Personnel via email: Beth.maxwell@teachingpersonnel.com

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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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