To start September 2026
Fixed term for 1 year (the contract can be extended or made permanent in the future)
YMCA Plymouth currently requires a full-time teaching assistant to work with students in its ‘Discovery College’.
The post is within school hours and is a term time only post. A 3-month probationary period will apply.
The role is an integral part of the College. The successful applicant will work both independently and under the instruction/guidance of teaching/senior staff undertaking work/care/support to enable students’ better access to learning and to assist the teacher in the management of students in the classroom. In addition, caring for the health needs and well-being of students whilst under their supervision.
The successful candidate will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check, and two satisfactory references will also be required.
Working at YMCA Plymouth involves working alongside young people and vulnerable adults and we view our responsibility to safeguard them as a high priority. We will therefore undertake a rigid checking process prior to any employment being commenced. It should be noted also that as part of a recruitment process a check is also made on social media of applicants.
A Job Description & Person Specification can be obtained from. For additional information regarding the post please contact Vic Hibbert on 07724 242 839.
Application is on line. Please click here for the application form, .