Primary Teaching Assistant - Flexible Day-to-Day

Supply Staff Limited; Taunton; On-site; GBP 3,856,000 - 4,262,000; Full time

Job summary

Supply Staff Ltd. is seeking dedicated Teaching Assistants for day-to-day supply work and full-time, long-term positions in Taunton, Somerset. You will support pupils, assist teachers, and promote a positive learning environment across primary year groups.

Opportunities include short-notice cover for absences and longer-term placements with reliable daily pay via framework guidelines.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a primary school or educational setting.
• Clear communication and strong classroom management abilities.
• Patient, supportive and adaptable approach.
• Ability to support pupils across different primary year groups.
• DBS on Update Service or willingness to apply (Enhanced DBS).

Responsibilities

• Provide cover for absent Teaching Assistants, including short-notice bookings.
• Support pupils with literacy, numeracy and general classroom activities.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support where required.
• Assist teachers with classroom organisation and learning activities.
• Encourage positive behaviour, participation and independence.

Skills

Previous experience with children in a

Strong communication and classroom

Patient supportive adaptable

Ability to support pupils across year

Education

Enhanced DBS on Update Service or willing to apply

Job description

Supply Staff Ltd. is seeking dedicated Teaching Assistants for day-to-day supply work and full-time, long-term positions in Taunton, Somerset. You will support pupils, assist teachers, and promote a positive learning environment across primary year groups.

Opportunities include short-notice cover for absences and longer-term placements with reliable daily pay via framework guidelines.