Teaching Assistant

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

Job summary

An award-winning supply teaching agency is seeking compassionate Teaching Assistants in Torquay. This role offers the flexibility to work part-time or full-time, allowing you to adapt your schedule to your needs. You will engage with students and support teachers in various educational settings, gaining valuable experience while enjoying a positive work-life balance. Whether you're newly qualified or looking for a change, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a difference in young lives while enjoying the benefits of flexible supply work. Join a welcoming team that values your contributions and supports your professional growth.

Benefits

Warm and Welcoming Team

Personalized Support from Consultants

Flexible Working Hours

Access to Online CPD Courses

Experience in Various Educational Settings

Qualifications

• Previous experience working alongside children is essential.
• A current DBS or Update Service subscription is required.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher and follow school policies.
• Work with children 1:1 or with whole classes.

Skills

Communication Skills

Experience with Children

Adaptability

Knowledge of Curriculum

Reliability

Education

DBS Check

3 Year Reference History

Job description

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Base pay range

This range is provided by Educated Recruitment. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Teaching Assistant - Torquay

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 Torquay 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 Torquay 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 a Torquay 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 look out 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 Torquay 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