Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant

Location: Watford, Hertfordshire

Contract: Full-Time, Day to Day Cover

Daily Rate: £85-£100 per day 

Start Date: ASAP

About Us

We are currently recruiting enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to support schools in Hastings. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a positive impact on pupils' learning while gaining valuable experience in a supportive school environment.

About the Role

Are you looking to gain valuable classroom experience or continue your career in education while making a meaningful difference to pupils' learning? We are recruiting enthusiastic, caring, and reliable Teaching Assistants to support schools across Hastings.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers to support pupils' learning, development, and wellbeing within the classroom. You will assist with delivering learning activities, provide one-to-one and small group support, and help create a positive, inclusive learning environment where all pupils can thrive.

This role is ideal for experienced Teaching Assistants, graduates considering a career in education, or individuals with transferable skills who are passionate about supporting children and young people to achieve their full potential.

Key Duties

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons and learning activities.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils.
• Assist pupils with their learning, development, and wellbeing.
• Help maintain a positive, inclusive, and well-managed classroom environment.
• Prepare learning resources and support classroom organisation.
• Promote safeguarding and pupil welfare at all times.

Requirements

• Previous experience working with children or young people (school-based experience desirable).
• A positive, patient, and supportive approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• A current enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one).
• Professional, reliable, and flexible approach to work.

      What We Offer

• Competitive daily rates (dependent on experience and qualifications).
• Opportunities across a range of schools in Hastings.
• Flexible working to suit your availability.
• Dedicated education consultants who understand your career goals.
• Refer a Friend scheme – earn up to £150 collectively.

How to Apply

For more information or to apply, please contact Saba on 01494 840 527or apply below.

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, and must be willing to comply with all safeguarding requirements.