Primary Teaching Assistant - Flexible Supply Work

TeacherActive Limited.; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

TeacherActive Limited is seeking a Primary Teaching Assistant for flexible supply work across the East Midlands. You will support learning in early years to KS2, in various schools, adapting to different classrooms and needs.

The role offers daily rates of £95-£110, paid weekly through PAYE, with DBS checks and safeguarding at the core. A caring, proactive approach and strong communication help you thrive in busy environments.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children in a UK education setting.
• A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant or childcare qualification is desirable.
• A caring, proactive approach and flexibility to adapt.
• Strong communication skills and passion for children’s development.
• Commitment to safeguarding and Enhanced DBS on Update Service, or willingness to apply.

Responsibilities

• Supporting learning through classroom, small-group and one-to-one activities.
• Helping children build confidence, independence and social skills.
• Adapting support to different abilities, including pupils with SEND.
• Working alongside teachers to create a welcoming, inclusive classroom.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and keeping children engaged.

Skills

Classroom support

One-to-one support

SEND support

Communication skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

Level 2/Level 3 TA or childcare qualification

Job description

Primary Teaching Assistant - Flexible Supply Work

East Midlands/ temporary / £95 - 110 per day

Want rewarding work with the flexibility to fit around your life?

Can you bring patience, positivity and encouragement to a busy classroom?

Would you love to explore different schools and find the right long‑term role?

TeacherActive works with a wide range of primary schools across the East Midlands, offering flexible Teaching Assistant opportunities from Early Years through to KS2.

We take the time to understand your experience, preferred age groups, travel distance and availability. Whether you enjoy meeting new faces or hope to become a familiar face in one school, we’ll help you find opportunities that suit you.

What the role involves:

• Supporting learning through classroom, small‑group and one‑to‑one activities.
• Helping children build confidence, independence and social skills.
• Adapting support to different abilities, including pupils with SEND.
• Working alongside teachers to create a welcoming, inclusive classroom.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and keeping children engaged.

The successful Teaching Assistant will have:

• Experience supporting children in a UK education setting.
• A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant or childcare qualification, desirable.
• A caring, proactive approach and the flexibility to adapt.
• Strong communication skills and a passion for children’s development.
• A commitment to safeguarding and an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply.

Benefits of working with TeacherActive:

• Flexible opportunities to suit your availability.
• Competitive rates, paid weekly through PAYE.
• A dedicated consultant who listens to your preferences.
• CPD opportunities through MyProgression.
• Experience across different schools, with the potential for a long‑term placement.

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

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.