At a Glance
- Tasks: Support teachers and engage with students in a dynamic classroom environment.
- Company: Join a supportive team in fantastic primary schools in Okehampton.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible hours, competitive pay, and no take-home work.
- Other info: Work locally with a dedicated consultant to help manage your schedule.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while maintaining a great work-life balance.
- Qualifications: Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification and experience in a primary school setting.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Level 3 Supply Teaching Assistant (Primary)
Location: Okehampton, Devon
Hours: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM (Monday to Friday, Term Time)
Position Type: Supply / Temporary
Salary: Competitive daily rate (dependent on experience)
About The Role
Are you a qualified Teaching Assistant looking for flexible work that fits around your lifestyle? We are seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic, and proactive Level 3 Teaching Assistant for supply opportunities across fantastic primary schools in the Okehampton area. As a supply TA, you will have the chance to work within different primary year groups (EYFS to Key Stage 2), supporting class teachers, leading small intervention groups, and helping to create a positive, engaging learning environment for all pupils. Whether you are looking for regular day-to-day work, short-term blocks, or long-term placements, supply work offers the ultimate flexibility without the additional pressure of full-time planning.
Key Responsibilities
- Support Learning: Work closely with class teachers to deliver pre-planned activities and lessons, ensuring pupils stay engaged and on task.
- Intervention and Groups: Lead small group interventions or provide 1:1 support for pupils who need extra help with literacy, numeracy, or social skills.
- Classroom Management: Help maintain a positive, safe, and structured classroom environment.
- Inclusion: Support children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), adapting your approach to meet their individual needs.
- Preparation: Assist with setting up the classroom in the morning and clearing away at the end of the day.
What We Are Looking For
- Qualification: A minimum of a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent).
- Experience: Proven experience working within a UK primary school setting.
- Adaptability: A flexible mindset, with the ability to walk into a new classroom and hit the ground running with a smile.
- Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to quickly build rapport with pupils, school staff, and parents.
- Compliance: An enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or the willingness for one) and two professional references.
Why Choose Supply Work?
- Flexibility: Choose the days you want to work and maintain a great work-life balance.
- No Take-Home Work: Enjoy the reward of teaching without the evenings spent marking and planning.
- Local Work: Keep your commute short with schools specifically located in and around Okehampton.
- Competitive Pay: Weekly pay via PAYE.
- Support: A dedicated consultant to match you with the right schools and manage your diary.
If you are a passionate Level 3 TA looking for your next flexible opportunity in Okehampton, we would love to hear from you. Apply your up-to-date CV to or call Hannah directly for a confidential chat.
