Teaching Assistant in Weymouth

Weymouth Start Date: November 2026 Competitive Daily Rate | Full-Time

Are you passionate about supporting young people in their education? We are currently recruiting a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming secondary school in Weymouth from November.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain valuable school-based experience or for an experienced Teaching Assistant seeking their next role within a supportive environment.

• Supporting students both in and out of the classroom
• Working alongside teachers to deliver engaging lessons
• Providing targeted intervention and small group support
• Encouraging positive behaviour and student engagement
• Helping pupils reach their full academic and personal potential

• Previous experience working with children or young people
• A positive, patient and proactive attitude
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff
• Relevant qualifications are desirable but not essential

• Competitive rates of pay
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Opportunities for professional development
• Potential for longer-term and permanent opportunities

If you're looking to make a real difference in the classroom, we'd love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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