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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.
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.
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.
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: hannah.joyner@randstad.co.uk
Call Directly: 01293 527416
