Full-Time Teaching Assistant - Long-Term Placements

Project overview

Full-Time Teaching Assistant - Long-Term Placements (West Sussex & Surrey)

Are you looking for a consistent, full-time classroom role that makes a real difference in the lives of young learners? We are seeking dedicated and dependable Teaching Assistants to join our network of partner primary, secondary, and SEN schools across West Sussex and Surrey. This is your opportunity to enjoy steady, weekday work without the commitment of a permanent school contract.

What Your Role Will Involve

• Working full-time hours (Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM
• 3:30 PM) alongside class teachers to maintain smooth daily routines.
• Leading small group interventions in core literacy, phonics, and numeracy.
• Providing dedicated 1:1 learning support for pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN), including ASD, ADHD, or speech and language delays.
• Helping create an inclusive, safe, and positive learning environment throughout the school day.
• Supporting classroom preparation, learning displays, and break-time monitoring.

Requirements

What We Offer

Location & Contract Details

How to Apply

Ready to secure a long-term full-time Teaching Assistant placement? We want to hear from you! Please submit your resume and cover letter to [contact removed] or contact our recruitment team at [contact removed].

experience

Non Teaching

skills

ability to track progression in attainment,background in youth work,behaviour management,building relationships,classroom management,communication,de-escalation techniques,empathy,experience in administering medication,experience in managing challenging behaviour,experience with autism spectrum disorders,experience with learning difficulties,experience with social emotional mental health,inclusiveness,manual handling,marking,mentor experience,personal care experience,planning,resilience,restraint training,speech and language therapy experience

CACHE level 1 or 2,CACHE level 2 or 3,early childhood studies degree,Finance/accounting diploma,health and social care experience,health and social care qualifications (NVQ),HLTA,HLTA,NVQ level 2,NVQ level 3,NVQ level 4

education

high school,college,university

• Full Monday to Friday availability during standard school hours.
• Prior experience supporting children or young people (in schools, nurseries, sports coaching, care, or youth work).
• A patient, proactive, and resilient approach to pupil support.
• Strong communication skills and confident foundational English and Maths.
• An Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).
• Right to work in the UK and reliable transport links across West Sussex and Surrey.
• Long-Term Continuity:Enjoy full-time Monday-to-Friday schedules and ongoing placement stability.
• Competitive Pay:Earn between £85.00
• £105.00 per day (up to £525 per week), paid weekly direct via PAYE-no umbrella fees!
• Term-Time Balance:Work fixed school hours while enjoying all standard school holidays.
• Professional Growth:Free access to accredited CPD training, including Safeguarding, Autism Awareness, and Behaviour Management.
• Location:West Sussex & Surrey (Crawley, Horsham, Guildford, Woking & Surrounding Areas)
• Position Type:Full-Time, Long-Term Agency Contract
• Start Date:Immediate & Upcoming Term Starts

Project details

• Start: flexible
• Location: Haywards Heath, West Sussex, GB
• Rate: 11-12 EUR/h