Teaching Assistant

Randstad · Paignton, South West

Teaching Assistant at Randstad, based in Paignton, South West, paying £93 - £95 per day. This is a permanent role.

Salary
£93 - £95 per day
Location
Paignton, South West
Contract
Permanent
Posted
2 weeks ago
Closes
12 Oct 2026
Sector
Teaching Assistant

12% below the typical rate for teaching assistant

Reference PR-1525793:SW:KK

About the role

Supply Teaching Assistant Jobs in Torquay - September Start
  • Job Title: Supply Teaching Assistant (Primary)

  • Location: Torquay, Devon (Multiple school sites available)

  • Salary: £92.56 - £95.00 per day

  • Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM (Term-time only)

  • Start Date: September 2026

Are you looking for a flexible Teaching Assistant job in Torquay with a great work-life balance? Randstad Education is recruiting enthusiastic individuals to join our supply team for a September start.

Your Role as a Supply Teaching Assistant

Working standard school hours from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM, you will support primary school pupils across Torquay with their academic and social development.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assisting the classroom teacher with lesson preparation and classroom management.

  • Working 1-on-1 or in small groups with pupils who need extra support in reading, writing, and maths.

  • Creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment for children from Reception to Year 6.

  • Adapting quickly to different school environments and team dynamics.

Requirements

You do not need a formal teaching qualification to apply, but experience working with young people is essential. We highly value transferable skills from various backgrounds.

  • Experience: Proven experience working with children or young people (e.g., in youth clubs, sports coaching, nurseries, care, volunteering, or Sunday schools).

  • Hours: Ability to commit to the 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM schedule.

  • Key Skills: Excellent communication, patience, reliability, and a proactive "can-do" attitude.

  • Vetting: Must hold an Enhanced Child DBS on the Update Service, or be willing to process a new one through Randstad.

Benefits of Working with Randstad Education
  • Competitive Pay: Earn £92.56 - £95.00 per day.

  • Work-Life Balance: Set hours (8:30 AM - 3:30 PM) mean no evening or weekend work.

  • Flexibility: Work the days that suit you best.

  • Local Work: Build relationships with a fantastic network of schools right here in Torquay.

  • Dedicated Support: Guidance from a specialist education consultant throughout your placement.

How to Apply

Don't miss out on securing your role for the new school year this September. Contact our team today to find out more.

  • Contact: Hannah Joyner

  • Email: [email removed]

  • Phone: [phone removed]


experience

Non Teaching


skills

ability to track progression in attainment,background in youth work,behaviour management,building relationships,classroom management,communication,de-escalation techniques,empathy,experience in administering medication,experience in managing challenging behaviour,experience with autism spectrum disorders,experience with learning difficulties,experience with social emotional mental health,inclusiveness,manual handling,marking,mentor experience,personal care experience,planning,resilience,restraint training,speech and language therapy experience


qualifications

health and social care experience,health and social care qualifications (NVQ),HLTA,HLTA,NVQ level 2,NVQ level 3,NVQ level 4


education

high school,college,university

Reference: PR-1525793:SW:KK · Posted 2 weeks ago · Closes 12 Oct 2026 · Listed via Randstad

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