Teaching Assistant

Position: Teaching Assistant
Location: Portsmouth
Start Date: September 2026
Contract Type: Full-Time | Long-Term & Permanent Opportunities
Pay Rate: £85–£100 per day (dependent on experience)

September is one of the busiest times of the year for schools, and Supply Desk is recruiting enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to support a range of welcoming primary, secondary and specialist schools across Portsmouth.

Whether you're an experienced TA or looking to begin a rewarding career in education, we have opportunities supporting pupils in mainstream classrooms, SEND provisions and one-to-one roles.

• Support pupils individually and in small groups.
• Assist teachers with classroom activities.
• Encourage confidence, independence and engagement.
• Promote positive behaviour and wellbeing.
• Adapt support to meet individual learning needs.

• Experience working with children is desirable.
• Patient, caring and reliable approach.
• Strong communication skills.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).

• Long-term opportunities from September.
• Friendly and supportive teams.
• Ongoing CPD and training.
• Potential permanent positions.

Email:

Phone: 02380 230340

Job Types: Full-time, Temp to Perm

Pay: £85–£100 per day

• Weekly pay
• Company pension
• Referral programme
• Free CPD
• Dedicated consultant

Work Location: In person

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and safer recruitment procedures.