Part Time Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency for education professionals is seeking part-time Teaching Assistants in the Plymouth area. This role offers flexible hours to fit around your lifestyle, making it ideal for parents or students. Responsibilities include supporting teachers and providing individual assistance to students. A DBS check is required, along with childcare experience. This position is temporary with potential to become permanent. Join a friendly team and gain valuable experience in education.

Benefits

Flexible hours to fit around your lifestyle

Opportunities for longer-term placements

Free training provided

Qualifications

• DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply for one.
• Childcare experience in school, nursery, tutoring, or youth groups.
• Residing in the UK is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Supporting teachers in the classroom.
• Helping with learning activities and small-group work.
• Providing 1:1 support where needed.
• Creating a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Childcare-based experience

Positive and supportive approach

Education

TA qualifications (advantageous)

Job description

Part-Time Primary Teaching Assistants Needed - Plymouth Area

Are you looking for flexible, rewarding work that fits around your schedule? We’re recruiting part-time Teaching Assistants across the Plymouth area to support local primary schools.

Whether you’re looking for a few days a week, school‑hours work, or a role that fits around childcare, studies, or other commitments, part‑time TA work gives you the flexibility you need. You’re in control of your own calendar—update your availability, and we’ll offer placements that suit you.

Benefits

• Flexible hours to fit around your lifestyle
• You choose when you’re available – perfect for parents, students, or those with other commitments
• Experience a variety of school settings and year groups
• Opportunities for longer‑term placements
• Temp‑to‑perm routes available for those seeking permanent roles
• A great way to build experience and confidence in education

Requirements

• DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for a new DBS
• Childcare‑based experience (school, nursery, tutoring, youth groups, etc.)
• TA qualifications are advantageous but not essential
• Must be currently residing in the UK
• A positive, supportive, and reliable approach

Responsibilities

• Supporting teachers in the classroom
• Helping with learning activities and small‑group work
• Providing 1:1 support where needed
• Creating a positive and inclusive learning environment

If you’re interested in flexible, meaningful work and want to join a friendly, supportive agency, we’d love to hear from you.

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.