Teaching Assistant

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

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking enthusiastic Teaching Assistants for flexible roles in Dorchester. This position offers the opportunity to support local schools, with competitive pay ranging from £89 to £95 per day. Candidates should be adaptable, with excellent communication skills and a passion for education. The role includes various responsibilities, primarily focused on enhancing learning experiences for children. This can evolve into permanent opportunities based on performance.

Benefits

Flexible work schedule

Ongoing professional development

Friendly local consultants

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a classroom setting is desirable but not essential.
• A valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply.
• Ability to adapt quickly to new environments and routines.

Responsibilities

• Supporting class teachers with learning activities across subjects.
• Providing one-to-one or small group support to pupils.
• Assisting with behaviour management and positive reinforcement strategies.

Skills

Enthusiastic and adaptable

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Teaching Assistant (Flexible Roles)

Location: Dorchester, Dorset
Contract Type: Flexible / Day-to-Day / Short-Term
Hours: Full-time or part-time options available
Pay: £89 – £95 per day (PAYE)

About the Role

Are you an enthusiastic and adaptable Teaching Assistant looking for flexible work in Dorchester? We’re currently recruiting passionate TAs to join our pool of education professionals supporting local primary and secondary schools on a day-to-day, short-term, or long-term basis.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, thrives in different classroom settings, and wants to make a real difference in children’s learning — all while keeping a healthy work-life balance.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting class teachers with learning activities across a range of subjects
• Providing one-to-one or small group support to pupils
• Helping to create an engaging and inclusive classroom environment
• Assisting with behaviour management and positive reinforcement strategies
• Supporting pupils with additional or special educational needs (SEN)
• Covering a variety of schools and year groups — no two days are the same!

What We’re Looking For

• Enthusiastic, reliable, and flexible individuals
• A passion for education and helping young learners reach their potential
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Previous experience in a classroom setting (desirable but not essential)
• A valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
• Ability to adapt quickly to new environments and routines

What We Offer

• Flexible work to fit around your schedule
• Competitive daily rate (£89–£95 PAYE)
• Work across a range of welcoming and supportive schools in Dorchester
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Friendly and experienced local consultants who genuinely care about your success

How to Apply

If you’re ready to take control of your working week and make a difference in local schools, we’d love to hear from you.

Send your CV

Apply today and start your next rewarding chapter in education!

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.