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Are you passionate about supporting children’s learning and development?
Do you have experience working in primary education or with children with special educational needs (SEN)?
We are currently seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistants to join friendly and welcoming primary schools across Plymouth. This role involves general classroom support and providing 1:1 support for pupils with SEN, helping to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
About the Role:
Work closely with class teachers to support pupils across the curriculum
Provide targeted 1:1 or small group support for children with additional needs (e.g., ASD, ADHD, SEMH)
Assist with the planning and delivery of differentiated learning activities
Promote positive behaviour and emotional well-being
Help to prepare resources, displays, and maintain a safe, engaging classroom
We’re Looking For Someone Who:
Has experience working with children in a school or care setting
Demonstrates patience, empathy, and excellent communication skills
Is passionate about supporting children with special educational needs
Has a proactive attitude and can work well within a team
Holds a relevant qualification (e.g., CACHE Level 2/3) – desirable but not essential
✅ We Offer:
Ongoing CPD and professional development opportunities
Supportive and inclusive school environments
Opportunity to make a real difference in pupils’ educational journeys
Competitive daily rates paid weekly
Interested?
Apply now with your CV and a short cover note outlining your experience.
We welcome applications from experienced Teaching Assistants and those looking to gain school-based experience before pursuing teacher training or further qualifications in education.
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.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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