Posted 30 July, 2026
Teaching Assistant
TeacherActive
TQ12, ENG, GB
Full Time
Job Description
Learning Support Assistant – Newton Abbot Are you passionate about helping children reach their full potential? Can you build positive relationships and create an encouraging learning environment? Are you looking for a rewarding school-based role starting in September? TeacherActive is looking for a caring and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to work within a welcoming mainstream school in Newton Abbot from September. Previous experience supporting children is desirable but not essential. We welcome applications from individuals with transferable skills, a positive attitude and a genuine passion for education. The successful LSA will: Support pupils individually and in small groups Assist the class teacher with lessons and activities Help create an inclusive and engaging classroom Build positive relationships with pupils and staff Support children with a range of learning needs Demonstrate patience, reliability and adaptability TeacherActive can offer: Competitive rates of pay A dedicated consultant providing ongoing support Access to CPD courses and training Opportunities to gain valuable classroom experience PAYE payment with no hidden charges To find out more, please contact Daniel: (phone number removed) About TeacherActive TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates. Equal Opportunities Statement TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services. Safeguarding and DBS Compliance Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements. Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment
