Supply Teaching Assistant
About the role
Are you a passionate, adaptable and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant looking for a flexible role that fits around your schedule? Join Teach Now as a Supply Teaching Assistant and gain valuable experience across a range of fantastic partner schools in the vibrant borough of Barking & Dagenham.
We are working closely with a variety of warm, welcoming, and well-resourced primary schools across the borough who are in need of talented and committed TAs to cover staff absences on a short-term and day-to-day basis. Whether your strengths lie in EYFS, Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2, we’ll match you with roles that suit your experience and interests.
This is an ideal opportunity for:
• Qualified or experienced Teaching Assistants looking for greater flexibility
• Graduates or career changers seeking classroom exposure
• SEN TAs who want to broaden their experience across a range of needs and settings
What makes this role special?
• Work when it suits you – choose your availability week by week
• Diverse experiences – no two days are the same
• Supportive schools – our partner schools are known for their friendly staff, collaborative ethos and commitment to development
• Career development – ideal for those seeking long-term roles in the future, or wanting to explore different school environments before committing
• Access to excellent resources – modern classrooms, specialist SEN support, and creative learning spaces
At Teach Now, we’ll support you every step of the way, ensuring you’re confident and ready to walk into each classroom with a smile. If you’re reliable, positive, and love working with children, we want to hear from you.
Why work via Teach Now?
Teach Now are a widely recognised education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on the high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:
• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance
• Offer an excellent ‘refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days
• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR), meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee
• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders
Safer recruitment
Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures. We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance