Ad-hoc Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; West Alvington; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational support agency is seeking an ad-hoc Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant to join a supportive secondary school in Kingsbridge. The role offers flexible working hours and responsibilities include providing one-to-one support to students and assisting teachers in the classroom. Ideal for individuals passionate about education and looking to make a positive impact on students' learning and wellbeing. A valid DBS and UK driving licence are required.

Benefits

Flexible ad-hoc hours

Supportive school environment

Free child protection training

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A caring, patient, and supportive approach to working with young people.
• Strong organizational skills and reliability.
• Valid DBS or willingness to obtain one.
• Hold a valid UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one or small-group support to students.
• Assist teachers with lesson delivery and classroom management.
• Support students with additional learning needs.
• Encourage positive behaviour and act as a role model.

Skills

Communication and interpersonal skills

Caring and patient approach

Organizational skills

Teamwork skills

Job description

Ad-hoc Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant (TA / LSA)

Location:Kingsbridge, Devon and surrounding areas
Hours:Ad-hoc, flexible days and hours (Monday–Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm)
Start Date:ASAP

About This Role

Are you looking for anad-hoc Teaching AssistantorLearning Support Assistant (LSA)role in Kingsbridge? We are seeking a dedicated, patient, and proactive individual to join a supportive secondary school team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about helping young people achieve their full academic and personal potential while enjoying flexible working arrangements.

Key Responsibilities

• Provideone-to-one or small-group supportto students
• Assist teachers withlesson delivery and classroom management
• Support students withadditional learning needsand help them stay engaged
• Encouragepositive behaviourand act as a role model
• Prepare classroom resources and learning materials when required
• Help create asafe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
• Communicate effectively with teachers, students, and support staff
• Demonstrate professionalism in line with the school’s expectations

What We’re Looking For

• Excellentcommunication and interpersonal skills
• A caring, patient, and supportive approach to working with young people
• Strong organisational skills and reliability
• Ability to work effectively within a team and follow teacher guidance
• A positive attitude and commitment to student success
• Experience working with children or young people (desirable but not essential)
• Strongteamwork skillsand ability to follow teacher guidance
• A validDBS(or willingness to obtain one)
• Hold a validUK driving licence

Why Apply?

• Flexiblead-hoc hours and daysto suit your schedule
• Join asupportive and respected school
• Gain valuable experience supporting students and teachers
• Make a real difference to students’ learning, confidence, and wellbeing
• Ideal foraspiring teachers, psychology graduates, childcare workers, or anyone seeking rewarding support work

If you believe you’re the right fit for this role,apply today or call us onfor more information!

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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