Supply Teaching Assistant

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for flexible, varied work in vibrant primary schools across Newham? Do you enjoy adapting to new settings, meeting new teams, and making a difference in multiple classrooms?

Teach Now is actively recruiting reliable, enthusiastic Supply TAs to work on an ad hoc basis in EYFS, Key Stage 1, and Key Stage 2 settings. This is a fantastic opportunity for teaching assistants who are looking for part-time work, a better work-life balance, or want to explore a variety of school environments without long-term commitment.

About the Role:

As a Supply TA, you will work in diverse, inclusive, and supportive primary schools across Newham. You could be providing general classroom support, working 1:1 with pupils with additional needs, or stepping in for staff absence—every day is different!

You’ll be fully briefed before each placement and supported by our dedicated team throughout.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support classroom learning in EYFS, KS1 or KS2 as required

• Adapt quickly to new classroom environments and routines

• Provide SEN support where needed (training or experience desirable)

• Follow direction from class teachers and senior leaders

• Maintain a calm, engaging, and positive learning atmosphere

Requirements

• TA experience in UK primary schools is essential

• SEN experience or training is highly desirable

• Excellent communication and adaptability

• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply)

• Right to work in the UK

Benefits
What You’ll Gain:

• Flexible, part-time work to suit your schedule

• Daily rate of £85–£100

• Work across a variety of schools and settings

• Insight into different teaching styles, SEN approaches, and school cultures

• Continuous support from Teach Now throughout every placement

Why work via Teach Now?

Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:

• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance.
• Offer an excellent ‘refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days.
• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee.
• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders

Application Process: Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Teach-Now directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you.

Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures

We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance