Primary Teaching Assistant

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role in a primary school setting? Teaching Personnel is seeking dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to work full-time in primary schools across Plymouth for the summer term.

About the Role:

As a Teaching Assistant, you will provide essential support to teachers and students, ensuring a positive and effective learning environment. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the class teacher with lesson delivery and classroom management

• Working with small groups or on a one-to-one basis with pupils who need additional support

• Assisting with learning activities, assessments, and pupil engagement

• Helping to create a safe and inclusive learning space for all students

• Encouraging pupil participation and fostering a love for learning

• Providing support for students with SEND and additional needs as required

Candidate Requirements:

To be considered for this role, you must have:

• Previous experience working in a UK-based primary school

• A passion for education and supporting young learners

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• A proactive and adaptable approach to working in different classroom settings

• The ability to manage behaviour effectively and support children with varying needs

• A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable but not essential)

Compliance & Safeguarding:

At Teaching Personnel, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is our top priority. To work with us, you must meet the following compliance requirements:

• Hold or be willing to apply for an enhanced DBS on the update service

• Provide two professional references, including one from a recent educational role

• Undergo full compliance and vetting checks in line with DfE and Teaching Personnel standards

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive daily pay, paid on a weekly basis

• Opportunity to gain valuable experience in a range of primary schools

• Access to CPD training and career development opportunities

• Support from a dedicated consultant throughout your placement

If you are passionate about making a difference in primary education and meet the required criteria, we would 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.
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