The South West's newest and most bespoke education recruitment agency are seeking Teaching Assistants Supply Hive South West are looking for experienced childcare practitioners to join our team as we embark on the journey to becoming Cornwall & Devon's agency of choice for educators. With fair pay and outstanding service at the heart of everything we do, we're here to support educators in finding meaningful, long-term work across Nursery, Primary, Secondary and SEN settings throughout Cornwall. Whether you're ready for a permanent position or want to explore medium-term opportunities to find the right fit, we'll guide you every step of the way. What We Offer:
* Roles across Nursery, Primary, Secondary, and SEN settings throughout Cornwall
* A focus on long-term and permanent support staff positions
* Opportunities to explore schools before committing to a permanent role
* Starting pay of £13.75 per hour, with potential for higher rates in specialist settings
* Personalised support from a local team with over 30 years' combined experience in education recruitment
Who We're Looking For: We'd love to hear from candidates with experience in roles such as:
* Teaching Assistant
* Nursery Nurse
* SEN Support Assistant (in or outside of school)
* Tutor
* Care Support Worker
We also welcome applicants who may be new to these roles but hold relevant qualifications such as:
* CACHE Level 2 or 3
* BSL certification
* HLTA
* Supporting Teaching and Learning qualifications
What You'll Need:
* Availability for at least 3 days per week
* A valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one)
* Two recent references, including one from your most recent employer
Why Choose Supply Hive South West? We're a locally owned and operated agency, built by specialists who truly understand the schools and communities of Cornwall and Devon. From the moment you register with us, you'll receive expert guidance, friendly support, and proactive job-matching tailored to your skills and goals. We'll guide you through the vetting process, promote your experience to local schools, and arrange interviews — taking the stress out of your job search so you can focus on what you do best. Ready to take the next step in your education career? Apply today — we can't wait to help you find your perfect role with Supply Hive South West.
Job Type: Temp to perm
Contract length: 12 months
Pay: From £13.75 per hour
Expected hours: 6.5 – 32.5 per week
Application question(s):
* Can you provide references from your two most recent and relevant roles, and apply for an Enhanced DBS check if you do not already hold one?
Work Location: In person