Teaching Assistant

Term Time Teachers; Heathfield; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to join their supply team. This role offers flexibility, allowing you to support pupils across various school environments. You'll provide classroom support, assist with lesson delivery, and help individual students enhance their learning. Ideal candidates will be adaptable, reliable, and passionate about education. Enjoy competitive pay rates and the opportunity to gain diverse experience in different school settings. Join a supportive agency that values the welfare of children and promotes a positive learning environment.

Benefits

Competitive hourly/daily rates

Flexibility to choose when and where you work

Opportunities in a range of school settings

Supportive agency staff

Efficient booking process

Qualifications

• Experience as a Teaching Assistant or in a similar role is desirable.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom support and assist in delivering engaging lessons.
• Support individual pupils or small groups to enhance their learning.

Skills

Communication Skills

Adaptability

Teamwork

Enthusiasm for Education

Education

Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (e.g., CACHE, NCFE, NVQ)

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking enthusiastic and reliable Teaching Assistants to join our supply team and support local schools on an ad-hoc basis. This is an ideal opportunity to work flexibly, supporting pupils in their learning while experiencing a variety of school environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom support to teachers and assist in delivering engaging lessons.
• Support individual pupils or small groups to enhance their learning and development.
• Setting up and tidying away learning materials
• Supervising children during breaks and lunchtimes
• Assist with classroom management and ensure a positive learning environment.
• Supporting children with additional needs (SEN, EAL, etc.)
• Adapt to the needs of different schools and year groups.
• Uphold school policies and procedures, promoting the welfare and safeguarding of all pupils.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience working as a Teaching Assistant or in a similar role (desirable but not essential).
• Is enthusiastic, reliable, and adaptable.
• Has a passion for working with children and supporting their education.
• Demonstrates strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is professional, punctual, and able to work well as part of a team.
• Happy to work in all year groups across EYFS / KS1 and KS2
• Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (e.g., CACHE, NCFE, NVQ)

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly/daily rates.
• Flexibility to choose when and where you work.
• Opportunities to gain experience in a range of school settings.
• Supportive and approachable agency staff to assist with placements.
• A simple, efficient booking process with easy WhatsApp access to office staff for queries and bookings.

Term Time Teachers are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore all applicants will be subject to a full face-to-face registration and an Enhanced DBS (Formerly known as CRB).

Alternatively, if this job is not for you then please still get in touch with us for other roles or refer it to a friend who might be interested in this role!