Teaching Assistant: September Start, Path to Permanent Role

Reed; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Dedicated consultant

CPD training

Permanent role path

Career progression

Job summary

Reed Education in the United Kingdom is seeking full-time Teaching Assistants to join a primary-age specialist provision, starting September. You do not need prior school experience as full training and on-the-job support are provided.

This long-term role offers a genuine path to permanent work for the right person, with progression routes into teaching, SEN support, or early years roles. You will support children aged 4-11 with various needs.

Qualifications

• No prior school experience required; full training and on-the-job support provided.
• Open to graduates from any subject area and career changers.
• Customer service, retail, hospitality, care, or youth work backgrounds encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Support children aged 4-11 with learning needs
• Provide 1:1 and small group support
• Help develop literacy, numeracy, and communication skills
• Support social development and emotional regulation
• Create a nurturing, safe, engaging learning environment
• Work closely with teachers and support staff
• Assist with classroom routines and independence

Skills

Good communication

Patience

Empathy

Willingness to learn

Confidence with children

Reliability

Strong work ethic

Education

Any degree

Job description

Reed Education in the United Kingdom is seeking full-time Teaching Assistants to join a primary-age specialist provision, starting September. You do not need prior school experience as full training and on-the-job support are provided.

This long-term role offers a genuine path to permanent work for the right person, with progression routes into teaching, SEN support, or early years roles. You will support children aged 4-11 with various needs.