Primary Teaching Assistants

Are you passionate about supporting young learners in their educational journey? Do you have experience working in a school, care, or similar role and are looking for a flexible role that fits your schedule? Join Teaching Personnel and work as a Primary Teaching Assistant across a range of schools in Plymouth!

About the Role
As a Primary Teaching Assistant, you will work across different schools, supporting children in primary settings. Your role will involve assisting teachers in the classroom, helping students with their learning, and creating a positive, inclusive environment. These flexible roles are designed to fit around your availability, offering both full-time and part-time positions.

What We’re Looking For:
We are seeking dedicated and adaptable individuals who are committed to the well-being and development of primary-aged children. The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience in a school, educational, or care setting (however, we welcome applications from those with transferable skills from roles such as care or youth work).
• A friendly and patient approach, with excellent communication skills and a positive attitude.
• Flexibility to work in various primary school settings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting teachers in classroom activities and daily routines.
• Assisting individual pupils or small groups with learning tasks.
• Helping to maintain a safe and inclusive environment for all students.
• Assisting with playtime supervision and other school activities as needed.

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive pay rates.
• Flexibility to choose shifts and placements that work for your schedule.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and training.
• A supportive community and access to resources to help you succeed.

Safeguarding and Expectations
At Teaching Personnel, the safety and well-being of students is our highest priority. Successful applicants will be expected to complete an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and provide suitable references. As a Primary Teaching Assistant, you will be required to follow school policies and uphold our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people at all times.

How to Apply
If you’re ready to make a positive impact in children’s lives and be part of a supportive, dynamic team, we’d love to hear from you! Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and availability.

Join Teaching Personnel and make a difference in the lives of young learners today!

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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