Teaching Assistant

Educated Recruitment Limited; Exeter; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Teaching Assistant to support young learners in Exeter. This role offers flexibility, allowing you to choose your working days and hours while providing invaluable support to teachers and students. As a Teaching Assistant, you will engage with students, adapt to various educational environments, and contribute positively to their learning experiences. This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to gain diverse experience in education or for seasoned professionals seeking a more flexible work-life balance. Join a welcoming team that values your contributions and provides personalized support.

Benefits

Warm and welcoming team

Dedicated consultants

Flexible working

Access to online CPD courses

Experience in various educational settings

Qualifications

• Must have previous experience working with children and knowledge of the curriculum.
• A current DBS or Update Service subscription is required.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher and follow safeguarding policies.
• Work 1:1 or with whole classes, liaising with school staff.

Skills

Communication Skills

Reliability

Adaptability

Compassion

Knowledge of the Curriculum

Education

Experience working with children

Current DBS or Update Service subscription

Job description

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Base pay range

Teaching Assistant - Exeter

Educated Recruitment are an award-winning supply teaching employment business looking for Teaching Assistants to join our supply agency for exciting ad hoc supply teaching assistant opportunities in Exeter and the surrounding areas.

Newly qualified? Supply teaching is a great way to get your foot in the door and to try different schools, big or small, independent or part of a trust.

Relocating? Supply teaching can be a great way to get to know the Exeter area before committing to a permanent position!

Work/life balance? We work around you! You do not have to commit every day or every week. Supply work is flexible and we will only offer you work when you say you are available.

Thinking of retiring but don’t want to give teaching up completely? Why not give us a call. Whether you are looking for work 1 day a week or 5 days a week - we will be able to accommodate you.

The Job Role

Educated Recruitment are looking for an Exeter based teaching assistant with compassion and desire to guide the young minds of our future. You will be able to adapt to different environments, engage students with invigorating ideas and radiate positivity throughout the placement.

We cover day to day, short term and long-term supply, and are always on the lookout for Primary teachers, secondary teachers, cover supervisors, HLTAs and Teaching assistants to join our team.

Part-time and full-time applicants are encouraged to join!

Please contact Charlotte at Educated Recruitment for further information on this role.

Please note: Our standard daily pay rate as a supply teacher recruitment business is £85 for teaching assistants and £95 for SEN teaching assistants. For longer term placements with additional responsibilities, daily pay rate for a teaching assistant could be negotiated up to £100, at the discretion of school budgets.

What Educated Recruitment offers

• A warm and welcoming team
• Dedicated consultants providing you with personalised support and guidance
• Flexible working and pay benefits on top
• Access to online CPD courses
• The opportunity to gain experience in a variety of educational settings

Teaching Assistant Responsibilities

• Supporting the class teacher
• Following safeguarding and school policies
• Working 1:1 or with whole classes
• Liaising with school staff

Teaching Assistant Essentials

• Previous experience working alongside children
• Knowledge of the curriculum
• A current DBS, or Update Service subscription (the agency can apply for this)
• A 3 year minimum reference history
• Reliability
• Excellent communication skills
• Located close to Exeter or within commuting distance

Whether you are looking for a new role, or for more flexibility and a positive work/life balance, we are here to help.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Education

Industries

Education Administration Programs