General Class Teaching Assistant

Flexible Work | Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities | Immediate Starts Available

Are you looking for a rewarding role supporting children in primary schools across Nottinghamshire?

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking enthusiastic, reliable, and caring Supply Teaching Assistants to work in a wide range of primary schools throughout Nottinghamshire, including Nottingham, Mansfield, Newark, Worksop, Retford, West Bridgford, Beeston, Hucknall, Arnold, Sutton-in-Ashfield, Kirkby-in-Ashfield, and surrounding areas.

Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant, a recent graduate considering a career in education, a nursery practitioner, youth worker, sports coach, care worker, or simply someone with experience working with children, we'd love to hear from you.

No two days are the same, and supply work offers the perfect opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience while enjoying complete flexibility over when and where you work.

As a Supply Teaching Assistant, you'll support teachers in creating engaging learning environments and help pupils reach their full potential. Responsibilities may include:

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• Supporting teaching and learning across EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.
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• Delivering one-to-one and small group interventions.
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• Assisting children with varying learning needs, including pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
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• Promoting positive behaviour and encouraging pupil engagement.
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• Helping to create a safe, inclusive, and nurturing classroom environment.
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• Supporting teachers with classroom preparation and daily learning activities.
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We offer a range of opportunities to suit your availability, including:

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• Day-to-day supply
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• Short-term placements
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• Long-term roles
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• Potential permanent opportunities
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• Flexible working - work the days that fit around your lifestyle.
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• Competitive pay - £95 to £100 per day, depending on experience.
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• Opportunities across Nottinghamshire - work in a variety of welcoming primary schools.
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• Free access to professional development and CPD training.
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• Dedicated local consultants who will support you throughout your journey.
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• Opportunities to build experience across different year groups and school settings.
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• A chance to make a genuine difference to children's education every day.
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We're keen to hear from candidates who have:

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• Experience working with children in any capacity (school experience is beneficial but not essential).
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• A positive, proactive, and adaptable approach.
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• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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• A genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development.
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• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
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• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.
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Supply work is ideal if you want:

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• Better work-life balance.
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• Flexible hours around family or other commitments.
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• Experience in a variety of school settings.
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• A pathway into long-term or permanent education roles.
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• To build confidence and develop your classroom skills.
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Tradewind Recruitment is one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies, proudly partnering with schools across the country to connect talented education professionals with rewarding opportunities.

Our experienced Nottingham team is committed to helping you find the right role, offering expert advice, ongoing support, and access to industry-leading training to help you develop your career.

If you're ready to make a real difference in primary schools across Nottinghamshire, we'd love to hear from you.

Should you wish to apply, please contact Ben Moses via email -

Immediate starts available. Register now and start making a difference in local schools.