Primary School Supply Teaching Assistants – Matlock, Belper & Surrounding Areas
Location: Matlock, Belper and surrounding Derbyshire areas
Pay: £92.75 to £102.50 per day, inclusive of holiday pay
About the Role
Are you patient, enthusiastic and passionate about helping children learn? SupplyGo are looking for dedicated Teaching Assistants to work in primary schools across Matlock, Belper and the wider Derbyshire area.
Supply work offers real flexibility. You choose when and where you work, fitting assignments around your own life, while gaining valuable experience in a range of school settings. Whether you're looking for regular work, a few days a week, or a route into a career in education, we'd love to hear from you.
What You'll Be Doing
Supporting teachers in delivering engaging lessons across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2
Working with individuals, small groups or whole classes under the direction of the class teacher
Providing 1:1 support for pupils with SEND, including children with additional or complex needs
Helping pupils with reading, writing, maths and phonics
Supporting positive behaviour and promoting a calm, inclusive learning environment
Assisting with classroom organisation, resources and displays
Supporting pupils' personal care, wellbeing and social development where required
Helping supervise playtimes, lunchtimes and school trips (where applicable)
About You
Essential:
Experience of working with children, either in a school or in a similar setting (voluntary experience considered)
A warm, reliable and flexible approach
Good communication and teamwork skills
A genuine commitment to safeguarding and the welfare of children
Strong literacy and numeracy skills
The right to work in the UK
Desirable (but not essential):
A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent
Experience supporting children with SEND, autism, ADHD or social, emotional and mental health needs
Knowledge of the National Curriculum and phonics schemes
Behaviour management training (e.g. Team Teach)
Paediatric first aid certificate
Your own transport, as some schools in rural areas are difficult to reach by public transport
Aspiring teachers, recent graduates and those looking to start a career in education are warmly encouraged to apply.
What We Offer
Flexible work to suit your availability
Competitive daily rates, paid weekly
Opportunities for long-term and permanent placements
Access to a wide network of local primary schools
Free access to training and development opportunities
A dedicated consultant who will get to know you and match you with the right schools
Holiday pay and pension contributions in line with agency worker regulations
A refer-a-friend bonus scheme
Safeguarding Commitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expect all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check (including the Children's Barred List), identity and right-to-work checks, and other pre-employment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
If you don't already have an up-to-date enhanced DBS on the Update Service, we will support you through the process.
How to Apply
If this role is something that interests you, we'd love for you to apply. Please apply for this role with a copy of your CV and we will be in touch.