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Job Title: Supply Teaching Assistant (Primary)
Location: Okehampton, Devon and surrounding areas
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 Okehampton 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 AssistantWorking standard school hours from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM, you will support primary school pupils across Okehampton and surrounding areas 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.
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 or volunteering).
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.
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 Okehampton.
Dedicated Support: Guidance from a specialist education consultant throughout your placement.
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: hannah.joyner@randstad.co.uk
Phone: 01293 527416
