Primary Teaching Assistant – Long-Term Opportunity
Location: Worthing
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Long-Term | Full-Time
Hours: 08:30 – 15:30
Pay: £13.70 – £14.66 per hour

A friendly and supportive primary school in Worthing is looking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join their team on a long-term basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference, supporting pupils across the primary age range within a caring and inclusive school environment.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a key part in supporting teaching and learning by:

• Assisting the class teacher with the delivery of engaging daily lessons

• Providing 1:1 support and working with small groups of pupils

• Helping to create and maintain a positive, inclusive classroom environment

• Supporting with lesson preparation and general classroom duties

• Encouraging positive behaviour and promoting pupil wellbeing

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a genuine passion for working with primary-aged children

• Has previous school experience (desirable but not essential)

• Demonstrates strong communication skills and adaptability

• Holds a DBS on the Update Service, or is willing to apply for one

What’s on Offer

• Competitive hourly rate

• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

• Secure, long-term placement

• £150 referral bonus scheme

If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and eager to support young learners in reaching their full potential, we would love to hear from you.

Safeguarding: 

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS, including a children’s barred list check and, where applicable, a vulnerable adults barred list check, is required for all successful candidates. 

To be considered for the role and the rates advertised, you must meet the minimum experience, training or qualifications stated and have the legal right to work in the UK. To be considered for a higher rate, in addition to meeting the minimum criteria, you must be able to demonstrate additional experience, training, and if applicable, qualifications. This role complies with AWR (2010) regulations protecting agency workers’ rights. Please note that this job expires after 90 days-you can, however, still apply to be considered for similar roles. 

Contact information

Lilia Erskine