Teaching Assistant

Primary Teaching Assistant (Supply Roles) - Tiverton

Job DetailSpecificationRecruitment AgencyRandstad EducationLocationTiverton, Devon (Primary Schools)Daily Pay Rate£92.56 - £95.00 per day (Weekly Pay)Working Hours08:30 - 15:30, Monday to Friday (Term-time only)Contract TypeSupply / Temporary (Full-time & part-time options)Start DateSeptember 2026What are the daily responsibilities of a primary supply teaching assistant?

A primary supply teaching assistant provides adaptable classroom support across Early Years (EYFS), Key Stage 1 (KS1), and Key Stage 2 (KS2). Daily duties vary by assignment but typically include:

• 1:1 Pupil Support: Assisting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) such as Autism (ASD) and Speech & Language delays.

• Small Group Interventions: Leading targeted learning activities in core subjects like literacy and numeracy.

• Classroom Management: Helping the primary class teacher prepare resources and manage pupil behaviour.

• Supervision: Ensuring a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment during classroom and break times.

Key Requirements & Qualifications

To register for supply teaching assistant roles in Devon schools, candidates must meet specific compliance and experience thresholds:

• Experience: Previous experience working with children (schools, nurseries, youth work, or care settings) is highly desirable.

• Compliance: A valid Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service (or a willingness to process a new one through Randstad).

• Skills: Exceptional patience, communication skills, adaptability, and a proactive attitude.

Benefits of Supply Work with Randstad Education

Working on a temporary supply basis offers unique lifestyle and professional advantages:

• Work-Life Balance: The fixed 08:30 to 15:30 schedule means zero take-home work, planning, or marking.

• Schedule Control: Complete flexibility to choose the days you work to match your availability.

• Dedicated Support: Direct access to a specialised local education consultant to guide you through registration and compliance.

Fast-Track Application Process

If you want to secure a primary school placement in Tiverton for the September start, contact Hannah Joyner at Randstad Education directly to skip the standard queue:

• Email Your CV: [email removed]

• Call Directly: [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