Teaching Assistant

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate Supply Teaching Assistants in the Launceston area. This role offers flexibility and variety, allowing you to support children in their learning journey. You'll work in welcoming primary schools, assisting teachers and pupils, and gaining valuable experience in education. With competitive daily pay and opportunities for long-term roles, this is the perfect chance to build your career in a rewarding environment. Join a dedicated team that values your contributions and offers support every step of the way.

Benefits

Access to free training and development

Weekly pay

Transparent daily rates

Dedicated local consultant

Qualifications

• Experience in schools, childcare, or youth work.
• Willingness to apply for a DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in small groups or 1:1.
• Assist with classroom activities and behaviour management.
• Prepare learning materials and resources.

Skills

Experience working with children

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Positive attitude

Job description

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Supply Teaching Assistants – Launceston Area
Location: Launceston and surrounding areas
Start Date: ASAP
Daily Rate: £90 – £97 (based on a 6.5-hour day)

Are you passionate about supporting children in their learning journey? Looking for a role that offers flexibility and variety? Teaching Personnel is currently seeking Supply Teaching Assistants to work across a number of welcoming primary schools in the Launceston area.

This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone looking to gain valuable experience in education, whether you're considering a long-term career in schools or want a flexible job that fits around your lifestyle.

What does a Teaching Assistant do?

As a TA, you’ll play a vital role in supporting teachers and pupils across the classroom. Your responsibilities may include:

Supporting pupils in small groups or on a 1:1 basis, including those with additional needs

Helping with classroom activities, organisation, and behaviour management

Preparing learning materials and resources

Assisting during lessons, break times, and transitions

You may be placed in different year groups depending on the school’s needs, offering great exposure to working with a variety of age ranges.

Why choose this role?

Flexible work that fits around other commitments

Opportunities for long-term roles or temp-to-perm placements

Build your experience across different schools and key stages

Daily pay between £90–£97 (6.5 hours per day)

Requirements:

Experience working with children (in schools, childcare, youth work or similar)

A DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one)

A positive, proactive attitude and willingness to learn

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Why Teaching Personnel?

We’re the UK’s leading education recruitment agency, with over 25 years of experience connecting educators with rewarding roles in schools. Working with us means:

A dedicated local consultant who understands your needs

Access to free training and development

Weekly pay and transparent daily rates

A wide range of opportunities across trusted local schools

Interested?
Apply today, and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss the next steps.

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.
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