Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Felixstowe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Teaching Assistants to support students in Felixstowe. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to work in a variety of school settings, making a meaningful impact on students' educational journeys. With competitive daily pay and a supportive team, this position is ideal for those passionate about education and eager to start their careers in this field. Join a professional service that values flexibility and quality, and enjoy the chance to contribute positively to the lives of young learners.

Benefits

Supportive school environment

Professional service

Pension scheme

Dedicated account managers

Qualifications

• A keen interest in working with children and passion for education.
• Previous teaching or classroom experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals and groups of students in schools.
• Work in a friendly and supportive school environment.

Skills

Working with children

Classroom experience

DBS registration

Job description

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Opus Teach is a supply agency based in Ipswich, wholly owned by Suffolk County Council.

We are currently seeking Teaching Assistants to work in schools located in Felixstowe.

We are looking for reliable and professional teaching assistants to support individuals and groups of students.

Pay: £88.25 - £95.18 per day.

Teaching Assistants are needed on a supply, temporary basis.

You will need:

• A keen interest in working with children and a passion for the education industry.
• Previous teaching or classroom experience is advantageous but not essential.
• An up-to-date enhanced DBS registered on the update service (if you do not have one, please get in touch).
• Suitable professional references from previous employment.

In return, we offer:

• A friendly, welcoming, and supportive school environment.
• A professional service offering quality, flexibility, and variety.
• An easy-to-use real-time system to manage bookings, profiles, and availability.
• A team of dedicated account managers for support throughout the application and placement process.
• Opportunities to join a pension scheme.
• The chance to make a difference—our agency does not earn commission from placements, reinvesting into teachers, schools, and education.

Working as a teaching assistant is a great way to start your career in education by working with different age groups, schools, or specific year groups.

Opus Teach collaborates with educational professionals to help them secure short-term and long-term employment in school settings.

If you're interested in this role and would like to learn more, please contact the Opus Teach team, and we will be happy to discuss the role with you.