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Job Posted: 5 days ago

Salary: £ 92.63 - 92.63 / Day
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Torquay

Expire in: 23 days

Job Description

Job Title: Teaching Assistant (Primary)
 Location: Torquay
 Salary: £92.63 a day
 Contract Type: [Full-time / Part-time / Term-time only]
 Start Date: Immediate

About the Role

We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic, and committed Teaching Assistant to join our friendly primary school team. This role involves supporting pupils across the primary age range, helping them to access learning and reach their full potential in a nurturing environment.

The position may include working closely with pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN), providing additional support to help them thrive both academically and socially.

Key Responsibilities

Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons
Work with individual pupils and small groups, including those with additional needs
Provide tailored support to pupils with SEN, where required
Assist in the preparation of classroom resources and activities
Help create a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment
Support pupils’ emotional wellbeing and development
Contribute to monitoring pupil progress and reporting to staff
About You

We are looking for someone who:

Has a genuine passion for working with primary-aged children
Is patient, nurturing, and adaptable
Has strong communication and teamwork skills
Can build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents
Is proactive and able to use their initiative
Has experience working with children with SEN (preferred but not essential)
Holds a relevant qualification (e.g. Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant) or equivalent experience (desirable)
What We Offer

A supportive and welcoming school community
Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development
A rewarding role where you can make a real difference every day
Safeguarding

This school  is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

How to Apply

Please send your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role to 

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and placing teachers and support staff into rewarding roles. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment

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