Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant Wanted – Weymouth

Location: Weymouth, Dorset
Contract Type: Supply / Short-term / Long-term (with potential permanent)
Start: Immediate

Pay: £85–£95 per day (DOE, includes holiday pay)

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting pupils in KS1 or KS2 classrooms—either within small groups or on 1:1 SEN support
• Helping teachers deliver engaging and differentiated learning activities
• Assisting with classroom management and prep duties
• Promoting inclusion and supporting pupils with additional needs

Ideal Candidate

• Experience working with primary-age children in either mainstream or SEN settings
• DBS certificate (Teaching Personnel can help with Update Service registration)
• Strong communication, patience, and adaptability
• A proactive, nurturing, and team-oriented mindset

✅ What Teaching Personnel Offers

• Flexible assignments: supply, short‑term, long‑term, and maternity-cover roles across Weymouth schools
• Weekly PAYE pay—no umbrella company deductions
• Full access to free CPD training
• Support from a dedicated local consultant (Beth Maxwell)
• Opportunities to convert to permanent roles

How to Apply

Send your CV and a brief cover email to beth.maxwell@teachingpersonnel.com.
Prefer a chat? Ring Beth Maxwell on 01202 297744 to discuss your experience and ideal placement.

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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