Flexible Teaching Assistant — Support & SEND Engagement

The Supply Register; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

The Supply Register is seeking an Ad Hoc Teaching Assistant to provide flexible, high-quality pupil support across a range of educational settings in Plymouth and surrounding areas. You will assist teachers, help pupils access the curriculum, and promote inclusive, safe learning environments.

We value patience, empathy, and superb communication. This role offers varied assignments, opportunities to work with children of different ages, and a commitment to safeguarding and welfare of all students.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people in school, nursery, care, youth work or similar setting is desirable.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND, behavioural needs or additional learning needs would be advantageous.
• A Teaching Assistant qualification such as Level 2 or Level 3 is desirable but not essential when the candidate has relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom support to teachers and pupils across different educational settings.
• Support individual pupils and small groups with their learning and development.
• Assist pupils in accessing the curriculum and completing learning activities.
• Provide additional support to pupils who may have SEND.
• Encourage pupils to participate fully in lessons and school activities.
• Promote positive behaviour and support pupils to develop appropriate social and emotional skills.
• Build positive, professional relationships with pupils while maintaining appropriate boundaries.
• Adapt your approach according to the needs of pupils and schools.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Safeguarding

Education

Level 2 TA

Level 3 TA

Job description

The Supply Register is seeking an Ad Hoc Teaching Assistant to provide flexible, high-quality pupil support across a range of educational settings in Plymouth and surrounding areas. You will assist teachers, help pupils access the curriculum, and promote inclusive, safe learning environments.

We value patience, empathy, and superb communication. This role offers varied assignments, opportunities to work with children of different ages, and a commitment to safeguarding and welfare of all students.