Randstad
Teaching Assistant
Teaching Assistant at Randstad, based in Buckfastleigh, South West. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- Not given by the employer
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- Buckfastleigh, South West
- Closing date
- Sector
- Teaching Assistant
- DBS check
Reference PR-1545194:SW:N
About the role
Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for local work that fits around your life, or an energetic educational enthusiast wanting to gain broad classroom experience across Torbay schools? We are recruiting reliable, adaptable Day-to-Day Supply TAs to support primary and secondary schools across the Torbay area. Enjoy maximum flexibility: choose the days you work each week with zero commitment to long-term planning or marking.
Responsibilities:- Supporting classroom teachers with daily lesson delivery and dynamic classroom management.
- Providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils across various key stages.
- Assisting pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) where required.
- Helping maintain a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment.
- Adapting quickly to different school environments and classroom dynamics each day.
- Previous experience working with children or young people (in school settings, youth work, or childcare).
- A patient, adaptable, and proactive approach to supporting learners.
- Strong communication skills and a team-player mindset.
- An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).
- Right to work in the UK.
- Total Flexibility: Work as many or as few days a week as you want-take full control of your schedule.
- Competitive Daily Pay: Earn between £92.56 and £95.00 per day (paid weekly).
- Great Work-Life Balance: Finish your day at 3:30 PM with no take-home paperwork.
- Local Work: Short commute distances across Torbay schools.
- Dedicated Support: Guidance from a personal recruitment consultant dedicated to finding you local assignments.
- Position: Day-to-Day Supply Teaching Assistant
- Location: Torbay
- Pay Rate: £92.56 - £95.00 per day
- Hours: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM (School Term Time)
- Contract Type: Flexible / Day-to-Day Supply
Ready to take control of your work schedule while making a real difference in local schools? Apply today with your CV to [email removed] or contact our team on [phone removed] to discuss getting set up!
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-1545194:SW:N · Posted 1 week ago · Closes 12 Dec 2026 · Listed via Randstad
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