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TeacherActive Ltd; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 consultant support

CPD Courses & certificates

Referral scheme £100

Job summary

TeacherActive Ltd in Torbay is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support primary-aged pupils with SEN on a long-term basis from November. You will deliver tailored classroom assistance across key stages, providing practical and physical support to help pupils feel safe, included and confident in their learning.

The role offers PAYE payroll, competitive day rates, and ongoing CPD opportunities through the My-Progression channel, with a supportive team of consultants available 24/7 and a

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEN
• Experience working with primary-aged children
• Confidence providing appropriate practical and physical support where required
• A patient and resilient approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• The ability to adapt to the individual needs of pupils

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored classroom support across different age groups
• Deliver practical and physical assistance to pupils as needed
• Promote independence, engagement and positive behaviour in the learning environment

Skills

SEN support

Primary-aged children

Practical & physical support

Patient & resilient

Communication & teamwork

Adapt to individual needs

Job description

Do you have experience supporting primary-aged children with SEN?

Are you confident providing practical and physical support to pupils when required?

Are you a patient and resilient Teaching Assistant who can adapt to the individual needs of children?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a primary school in Torbay that supports children across the primary age range. The school is looking for a caring and committed Teaching Assistant who can provide consistent support and help pupils with SEN feel safe, included and confident in their learning.

The school is looking to take on a Teaching Assistant on a long-term basis from November. The successful Teaching Assistant will support pupils with SEN across different age groups, providing tailored classroom support and appropriate practical and physical assistance while promoting independence, engagement and positive behaviour.

The successful Teaching Assistant will have:

• Experience supporting children with SEN
• Experience working with primary-aged children
• Confidence providing appropriate practical and physical support where required
• A patient and resilient approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• The ability to adapt to the individual needs of pupils

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend

Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is central to our recruitment practices, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to thorough vetting and safer recruitment checks before being cleared to work.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

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Company: TeacherActive Ltd Salary: £92.63 to £95 a day Hours: Part-time Location: TQ1 Working pattern: On-site Job type: Permanent Posting date: 7 Oct 2026 Closing date: 6 Nov 2026

Summary

Job Title: Teaching Assistant

Location: Torbay

Start Date: November

Salary: £92.63 - £95 per day

Do you have experience supporting primary-aged children with SEN?

Are you confident providing practical and physical support to pupils when required?

Are you a patient and resilient Teaching Assistant who can adapt to the individual needs of children?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a primary school in Torbay that supports children across the primary age range. The school is looking for a caring and committed Teaching Assistant who can provide consistent support and help pupils with SEN feel safe, included and confident in their learning.

The school is looking to take on a Teaching Assistant on a long-term basis from November. The successful Teaching Assistant will support pupils with SEN across different age groups, providing tailored classroom support and appropriate practical and physical assistance while promoting independence, engagement and positive behaviour.

The successful Teaching Assistant will have:

• Experience supporting children with SEN
• Experience working with primary-aged children
• Confidence providing appropriate practical and physical support where required
• A patient and resilient approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• The ability to adapt to the individual needs of pupils

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channelMarket leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend

Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

About Disability Confident Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.

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