Bed Teaching Assistants

Job Description

Job Title: Part-Time Teaching Assistants - Ideal for BEd Students

Location: Plymouth

Start Date: Flexible / ASAP

Contract: Part-Time | Flexible | Long-Term Opportunities

Are you currently studying a BEd or education-related degree and looking to gain valuable classroom experience while you complete your studies?

We are recruiting part-time Teaching Assistants to support primary schools across Plymouth. This role is ideal for students who want flexible work alongside their university timetable while gaining practical experience in a primary school environment.

Several schools are looking for additional support throughout the week, offering flexible working days and valuable hands‑on experience to help you develop your teaching skills.

• Supporting teachers in delivering engaging and structured lessons
• Working with small groups of pupils and occasionally on a one‑to‑one basis
• Assisting with classroom preparation and organisation
• Supporting children with a range of learning needs
• Promoting positive behaviour and an inclusive learning environment
• Gaining valuable classroom experience to support your future teaching career

This role is ideal if you are:

• A BEd or education student
• Looking for part‑time or flexible work around your studies
• Interested in building experience in a primary school setting
• Considering a future career in teaching

• Experience working with children and/or within UK schools (desirable but not essential for education students)
• A valid DBS registered on the Update Service or willingness to complete a new DBS application
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
• A proactive, reliable and flexible approach

• Flexible part‑time work to fit around your university timetable
• Valuable classroom experience in supportive primary school settings
• Opportunities for long‑term placements
• Ongoing guidance and support from our team
• A great stepping stone into a future teaching role

If you are currently studying a BEd or education degree and want to gain practical classroom experience, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to secure your next Teaching Assistant role in Plymouth.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance "Keeping Children Safe in Education"; this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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