Flexible Primary Teaching Assistant – Support & Inspire

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work

Competitive weekly pay

Range of primary school opportunities

Free CPD and development

Dedicated local consultant

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Plymouth is seeking enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to support pupils across Plymouth and surrounding areas from September 2026. You may work in a range of primary schools with flexible arrangements—from day-to-day to long-term placements—helping pupils feel supported and ready to learn.

Experience with children or young people is preferred; DBS quickly arranged via Teaching Personnel. Pay is £90-£100 per day, depending on experience, with options for full-time, part-time, or

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people; school-based experience desirable.
• Commitment to supporting children's development in a classroom setting.
• Willingness to apply for a new DBS through Teaching Personnel if needed.
• Able to work around school timetables, typically 8:30am–3:30pm.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers with delivery of engaging and inclusive lessons.
• Work with individuals and small groups to support learning and development.
• Provide additional support to pupils with SEND and learning needs.
• Support reading, writing, phonics, maths and classroom activities.
• Encourage positive behaviour and create a calm, nurturing classroom environment.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues.
• Adapt to different schools, year groups and environments.

Skills

Passionate about children

Team player

Reliable

Adaptable

Good communication

Tools

DBS Update Service

Job description

Teaching Personnel Plymouth is seeking enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to support pupils across Plymouth and surrounding areas from September 2026. You may work in a range of primary schools with flexible arrangements—from day-to-day to long-term placements—helping pupils feel supported and ready to learn.

Experience with children or young people is preferred; DBS quickly arranged via Teaching Personnel. Pay is £90-£100 per day, depending on experience, with options for full-time, part-time, or