Flexible Teaching Assistant for Diverse Classrooms

The Supply Register Ltd.; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

The Supply Register Ltd. is seeking enthusiastic Ad Hoc Teaching Assistants to provide flexible, high-quality pupil support across Plymouth and surrounding schools. You will work with teachers to help pupils access learning, build confidence and achieve potential, ensuring inclusive, safe environments and positive behaviour across varying roles.

Experience with children and safeguarding awareness will be valued, with DBS checks required and training provided as needed.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom support to teachers and pupils across different settings.
• Support individual pupils and small groups with learning and development.
• Assist pupils in accessing the curriculum and completing learning activities.
• Support pupils with SEND and promote inclusive learning.
• Provide feedback to teachers on pupil engagement and behaviour.
• Follow school policies including safeguarding and health & safety.
• Adapt approach to meet individual pupil needs across settings.
• Contribute to a safe, welcoming learning environment.

Skills

Patience & empathy

Calm and positive approach

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Ability to build relationships

Flexibility & adaptability

Safeguarding awareness

Reliability & punctuality

Willingness to learn

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification Level 2

Teaching Assistant qualification Level 3

Tools

DBS disclosure

Job description

The Supply Register Ltd. is seeking enthusiastic Ad Hoc Teaching Assistants to provide flexible, high-quality pupil support across Plymouth and surrounding schools. You will work with teachers to help pupils access learning, build confidence and achieve potential, ensuring inclusive, safe environments and positive behaviour across varying roles.

Experience with children and safeguarding awareness will be valued, with DBS checks required and training provided as needed.