Supply Teaching Assistant

Supply Teaching Assistant

Location: Hillingdon
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Supply / Full-Time – 5 Days per Week

About the Role

We are currently seeking enthusiastic, reliable and adaptable Supply Teaching Assistants to join our team and work across a variety of mainstream and SEN schools in Hillingdon and the surrounding areas.

This role is ideal for a Teaching Assistant who enjoys variety and is confident adapting to different school environments, age groups and pupil needs. As a Supply Teaching Assistant, you will have the opportunity to work within different classrooms, supporting pupils and teachers while gaining valuable experience across a range of educational settings.

You may be supporting pupils on a one-to-one basis, in small groups or as part of the wider classroom, depending on the needs of each school. In SEN settings, you may work with pupils who have a range of additional needs, including autism, ADHD, communication and learning difficulties, social and emotional needs, or complex needs. Experience within SEN is desirable, but full training and support can be provided depending on the setting.

In mainstream schools, you will work alongside class teachers to support pupils with their learning, encourage positive behaviour and help ensure that all children are able to engage fully in classroom activities.

As a supply member of staff, flexibility and adaptability are essential. You will need to be comfortable working in different schools and able to quickly establish positive relationships with pupils and staff. You must also be available to work Monday to Friday, 5 days per week, providing schools with consistent and reliable support.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant, an aspiring teacher, or someone looking to develop their career within education while gaining experience across both mainstream and SEN environments.

Key Responsibilities

Support pupils with their learning across the curriculum

Work with individuals, small groups and whole classes where required

Provide additional support to pupils with SEN and additional needs

Assist teachers with classroom preparation and organisation

Promote positive behaviour and support pupils' social and emotional development

Help create a stimulating, inclusive and supportive learning environment

Adapt to different schools, classrooms and teaching environments

Support pupils during playtimes, lunchtimes and school activities as required

Follow school policies and safeguarding procedures

Build positive relationships with pupils and school staff

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

Previous experience working with children in a school, nursery or education setting is desirable

Experience supporting pupils with SEN/additional needs is advantageous

A caring, patient, adaptable and proactive approach

Strong communication and teamwork skills

The ability to quickly build positive relationships with pupils and staff

A genuine passion for supporting children's learning and wellbeing

The flexibility to work across mainstream and SEN schools

Availability to work 5 days per week, Monday to Friday

Relevant qualifications, such as Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant, are desirable but not essential

A DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one

We Offer

Regular supply work across local mainstream and SEN schools

The opportunity to gain experience across different school settings

Flexible and varied working environments

Opportunities for professional development and training

Support from an experienced education recruitment team

The opportunity to make a real difference to children's education and development

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