Supply Primary School Teaching Assistant - DE21

Supply Teaching Assistant - Primary Schools

Chaddesden, Spondon, Oakwood and Surrounding Areas (DE21)

£450-£500 per week (PAYE, paid weekly)

To apply, you must have the right to work in the UK.

About the Role

Connex Education is recruiting Supply Teaching Assistants to support primary schools across Chaddesden, Spondon, Oakwood and the wider DE21 area from September 2026.

With schools now breaking up for the summer, it's the perfect time to complete your registration and secure flexible work ready for September.

As a Supply Teaching Assistant, you'll support pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2, working alongside class teachers to create positive learning environments, build pupils' confidence and help them achieve their potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils on a one-to-one basis and in small groups.
• Assist the class teacher with lesson activities and daily classroom routines.
• Encourage positive behaviour and engagement throughout the school day.
• Help pupils access learning and make progress.
• Support pupils with additional learning or behavioural needs where required.

Assignment Details

• Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities available.
• Day-to-day supply, short-term and long-term placements.
• Work available across Chaddesden, Spondon, Oakwood and the wider DE21 area.
• Opportunities across EYFS, KS1 and KS2.

Why Work with Connex Education?

• Weekly PAYE pay.
• Competitive rates of £450-£500 per week.
• Free accredited CPD training.
• Flexible work to fit around your availability.
• Opportunities to build experience across a variety of local primary schools.
• Opportunities for regular work throughout the academic year.
• Ongoing support from your local Connex Education team.

Person Specification

We're looking for candidates who have:

• Recent experience working with children in a UK primary school or a similar educational setting.
• GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4 (C) or above.
• Confidence supporting pupils on a one-to-one basis and in small groups.
• Excellent communication skills and a professional, patient approach.
• A reliable, flexible attitude and the ability to adapt to different school environments.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply.

All roles are subject to satisfactory background checks, including an Enhanced DBS.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to equal opportunities and values diversity. We assess all applicants on merit alone.

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