Primary Teaching Assistant - Flexible Supply Work

TeacherActive Ltd; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

TeacherActive is seeking a Primary Teaching Assistant for flexible supply work across East Midlands primary schools. You will assist in classrooms, support learning in groups or one-to-one, and adapt to various needs to help children build confidence and social skills.

Successful candidates typically have Level 2/3 TA or childcare qualifications, strong communication, and a proactive, caring approach. A commitment to safeguarding and an DBS Update Service is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children in a UK education setting.
• Level 2 or Level 3 TA or childcare qualification desirable.
• Caring, proactive approach and flexible.
• Strong communication and passion for children's development.
• Safeguarding commitment and Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply.

Responsibilities

• Support learning through classroom, small-group and one-to-one activities.
• Help children build confidence, independence and social skills.
• Adapt support to different abilities, including SEND.
• Work with teachers to create a welcoming, inclusive classroom.
• Encourage positive behaviour and keep children engaged.

Skills

Experience with children

Strong communication

Caring and proactive

Education

TA level 2/3 or childcare qualification

Job description

Primary Teaching Assistant - Flexible Supply Work

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.

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

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.