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Randstad Education; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Fixed school hours

Job summary

Randstad Education is seeking a 1:1 Supply Teaching Assistant to work across primary and secondary schools in Plymouth and surrounding areas. The role runs Monday to Friday during term time, 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM, with a focus on one-to-one academic, social and emotional support to individual pupils.

You’ll benefit from flexible day-to-day supply without lesson planning or weekend marking, competitive daily pay (£92.56–£95.00), and the chance to gain varied experience across local schools while

Qualifications

• Experience in UK school or care settings is highly desirable.
• Experience supporting children or young people 1:1 is preferred.
• Strong communication skills; patient, proactive and resilient.
• GCSEs in English and Maths at C/4 or equivalent.
• An Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
• Valid Right to Work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support to pupils throughout the school day.
• Adapt classroom tasks to suit individual learning needs and goals.
• Foster a positive, encouraging, safe learning environment.
• Help implement individual education plans (IEPs) with the class teacher.
• Assist with emotional regulation, behaviour management, and building social skills.

Skills

1:1 support experience

Communication skills

GCSE English/Maths

Enhanced DBS (Update Service)

Right to Work in the UK

Empathetic & adaptable

Education

GCSE English & Maths (C/4)

Job description

1:1 Supply Teaching Assistant - Plymouth

Position: 1:1 Supply Teaching Assistant

Location: Plymouth & Surrounding Areas

Pay Rate:

£92.56 - £95.00 per day (Weekly Pay)

Hours:

8:30 AM - 3:30 PM (Monday to Friday, Term Time)

Contract Type:

Flexible / Day-to-Day Supply

About the Role

Are you looking for a flexible role in education that fits around your schedule?

We are seeking empathetic, adaptable 1:1 Supply Teaching Assistants to work across primary and secondary schools in Plymouth.

This role offers the chance to make a genuine difference in a child's learning journey without the commitment of lesson planning or weekend marking.

You will provide dedicated 1-on-1 academic, social, and emotional support to individual pupils, helping them build confidence and access the curriculum effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support to tailored pupils throughout the school day.
• Adapt classroom tasks to suit the individual child's learning needs and goals.
• Foster a positive, encouraging, and safe learning environment.
• Help implement individual education plans (IEPs) alongside the class teacher.
• Assist with emotional regulation, behaviour management, and building social skills.

Requirements & Qualifications

• UK experience in a school or care setting is highly desirable (e.g., UK primary/secondary schools, SEN settings, youth work, or social care).
• Previous experience supporting children or young people on a 1:1 basis.
• Patient, proactive, and resilient approach with strong communication skills.
• Good standard of English and Maths (GCSE Grade C/4 or equivalent).
• An Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).
• Valid Right to Work in the UK.

Why Choose Supply Work with Us?

• Competitive Pay:
• Work-Life Balance: Fixed school hours (8:30 AM - 3:30 PM) with no evening work.
• Total Flexibility: Choose the days you want to work-ideal for balancing family life, studies, or other commitments.
• Variety: Gain valuable experience across different local schools in Plymouth.