Aspiring Teaching Assistants – Start Your Career in Education with Confidence
Location: Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire
Contract: Full-Time / Part-Time, Day-to-Day, Short-Term, Long-Term

Are you passionate about supporting young learners and helping them succeed? Looking to gain valuable classroom experience and build a long-term career in education?

Supply Desk is currently recruiting Aspiring Teaching Assistants to work in schools across Hemel Hempstead and the surrounding Hertfordshire area. Whether you’re considering a future in teaching, interested in supporting SEN students, or eager to gain hands-on school experience, we have a variety of opportunities to help you grow.

Why Work with Supply Desk?

We are dedicated to supporting your journey into education. Through our strong partnerships with schools across Hemel Hempstead, we offer placements in:

• Mainstream Primary and Secondary schools

• Special Educational Needs (SEN) schools

• Pupil Referral Units (PRUs)

Our experienced consultants provide personalised guidance to ensure you are matched with roles that suit your skills, availability, and long-term goals.

What You’ll Gain as an Aspiring Teaching Assistant

• Valuable Classroom Experience – Work across different key stages, from Early Years through to Secondary and SEN settings.

• Flexible Working Options – Choose from day-to-day supply, short-term contracts, or long-term placements.

• Ongoing Professional Development – Access training to strengthen your classroom confidence and practical skills.

• Competitive Pay Rates – Earn rates that reflect your commitment and experience.

• Dedicated Support – Our team is available to guide you throughout your placements.

• CPD Learning Hub Access – Benefit from 24/7 access to professional development resources, including behaviour management and wellbeing training.

Your Role in Hemel Hempstead Schools

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support teachers in delivering structured and engaging lessons

• Provide one-to-one and small group support

• Assist with classroom behaviour management

• Encourage student participation, confidence, and academic progress

• Help prepare classroom materials and assist with administrative tasks

You will play a key role in creating a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment for students across Hemel Hempstead.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking individuals who:

• Have a genuine passion for working in education

• Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Are patient, adaptable, and proactive

• Have experience working with children (desirable but not essential)

• Are motivated to build a long-term career in the education sector

How to Apply

If you’re ready to begin your journey as an Aspiring Teaching Assistant in Hemel Hempstead, we’d love to hear from you.

Send your CV to Hertfordshire@Supplydesk.co.uk and take the first step toward a rewarding career in education.

For more information about opportunities in Hemel Hempstead and the surrounding areas, contact our team today.

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Contact information

Jennifer Harrison