Work as a
Teaching Assistant
Want to make a difference in the classroom? Explore what it means to be a TA and how to kickstart your career.
What does a Teaching Assistant do?
Teaching assistants play an important role in primary and secondary schools, supporting teachers and helping students achieve their full potential.
From assisting in classroom activities to offering one-on-one support, teaching assistants make a real difference in the learning environment.
Latest Teaching Assistant jobs
Whether you’re interested in full-time, part-time, or flexible supply work, we’ll help you find a position that suits your skills and lifestyle.
Trainee SEN Teaching Assistant
Passionate about helping children with Autism reach their full potential? Looking for a career where every day is meaningful and rewarding? A specialist SEN provision in the Peterlee area is seeking a Trainee SEN Teaching Assistant to work with pupils...
Peterlee
£90 - 120 per day
Supply Teaching
Hydrotherapy Support Assistant - SEN Provision
Looking for a role where you can genuinely make a difference to children with complex needs? Some pupils require more than classroom support to access learning and development. Hydrotherapy sessions are a vital part of their physical wellbeing, helping to...
South Shields
£90 - 120 per day
Supply Teaching
PMLD Teaching Assistant
Every small step is a huge achievement. Some pupils measure success differently. For some children, maintaining eye contact, responding to sensory input, or communicating a need is a major milestone. If you are patient, caring and passionate about supporting children...
South Shields
£90 - 120 per day
Supply Teaching
Behaviour Support Assistant
Job Title: Behaviour Support Worker Location: Newcastle Salary: £85–£100 per day Contract: Full-time, Long-term Be the steady hand that helps turn things around. We’re working with a brilliant PRU (Pupil Referral Unit) in Newcastle, and they’re looking for a Behaviour...
Newcastle upon Tyne
£85 - 100 per day + PAYE, Pay dependent upon skills and experience
Permanent Teaching
Career Assistant in a Classroom Setting
Looking to build a meaningful career supporting young people in education? This Sunderland-based school is looking for a Career Assistant to support learning within the classroom, working alongside experienced teachers and pastoral staff to help students build confidence, independence, and...
Sunderland
£90 - 110 per day
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PMLD Support Assistant
Make a genuine difference supporting children with complex needs. A specialist provision in Sunderland is seeking a dedicated PMLD Support Assistant to work with pupils who have Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties. This role focuses on supporting children aged 5–11...
Sunderland
£90 - 115 per day
Supply Teaching
Experienced SEND Teaching Assistant
Experienced SEND Teaching Assistant – Newcastle We’re looking for an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming, community-focused school in Newcastle this September. This is a school where inclusion, respect, and high expectations are at the heart of everything...
Newcastle upon Tyne
£90 - 110 per day + PAYE, Pay dependent upon skills and experience
Supply Teaching
Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant (SEND TA)
Location: Newcastle Start Date: ASAP / September 2025 Job Type: Full-Time (Monday to Friday, term time only) Salary: £89 - £103 per day (depending on experience) Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children with...
Northumberland
£89 - 108 per day + pay dependent upon experience
Supply Teaching
Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – Primary School Ready to take the lead in the classroom and support young learners to thrive? We’re working with a welcoming primary school looking for a confident Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join...
Stockton-on-Tees
£95 - 130 per day
Supply Teaching
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How to Become a Teaching Assistant
You don’t always need formal qualifications to become a teaching assistant, but training can help you stand out.
Many schools look for qualifications such as:
- Level 2 or 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning
- Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education
- Apprenticeships in Supporting Teaching and Learning
Frequently asked questions about
teaching assistant roles.
Teaching assistant pay usually ranges from £80 to £100 per day, depending on experience, school, and location. Full-time teaching assistants can earn between £15,000 – £21,000 per year.
Common interview questions include:
- How would you support a pupil with additional needs?
- What strategies would you use for behaviour management?
- How do you build positive relationships with students and teachers?
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