Teaching Assistant

Description

Supply Teaching Assistants Wanted – Immediate Starts!

Location: Watford & Surrounding Areas (Hertfordshire)

Position: Supply Teaching Assistant (Primary & Secondary)

Start Date: Immediate

Contract Type: Day-to-Day / Short-Term / Long-Term

Salary: Competitive, based on experience and assignment type

About the Role:

Supply Desk is urgently seeking friendly, reliable, and enthusiastic Supply Teaching Assistants (TAs) to join our growing team and work across a range of primary and secondary schools in Watford and nearby Hertfordshire areas – including Bushey, Rickmansworth, Abbots Langley, and Kings Langley.

Whether you’re an experienced TA or just starting your career in education, supply work offers a fantastic opportunity to build experience, gain confidence, and make a real impact in the classroom — all with flexible hours that suit your schedule.

We have immediate opportunities for daily supply, short-term assignments, and longer-term roles across all age groups and settings.

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

Supporting pupils in class under the guidance of the teacher

Assisting with learning activities and classroom tasks

Working 1:1 or in small groups with pupils who need extra help

Helping to manage classroom behaviour and promote a positive learning environment

Supporting pupils with additional needs, where required

Preparing classroom materials and helping with tidying/organising resources

Following school safeguarding, behaviour, and health & safety policies

What We’re Looking For:

Previous experience working with children or young people (school-based or other settings)

A genuine passion for supporting learning and development

A proactive, patient, and flexible attitude

Strong communication and teamwork skills

A current enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)

Willingness to travel to schools across Watford and surrounding areas

Bonus if you have:

Experience supporting pupils with SEN (Special Educational Needs)

Relevant TA qualifications or CACHE/NVQ certifications

Experience in primary or secondary settings

What We Offer:

Flexible work – choose when and where you work

Opportunities across a wide range of local schools and age groups

Your own dedicated consultant to support your journey

Ongoing CPD and access to training resources

Competitive daily rates

Pathways to long-term or permanent positions

Refer a Friend & Earn £100!

Know someone who’d be a great TA or support staff member? Refer them and receive £100 once they’ve worked 5 days through us. Ask us for full details.

Apply Today!

Send your CV to: (url removed)

Call Jenny Harrison on: for more information

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Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and must meet Safer Recruitment standards.

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Ad ID: 5416951811