Supply Teaching Assistant - Surrey - Walton-on-Thames - Immediate Start Job Title: Supply Teaching Assistant Start Date: Immediate start Contract Type: Temporary Employer: Academics (recruitment agency) Academics is recruiting enthusiastic Supply Teaching Assistants to support primary schools across Walton-on-Thames on an ad-hoc, short-term and temporary basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience across a variety of school settings while making a positive difference to pupils' learning and development. What We Offer * Competitive pay of £92.56 to £95.00 per day (inclusive of holiday pay), dependent upon experience, qualifications, training and client pay rate available. * Paid weekly through PAYE. * Typical working hours of 8:30am to 3:30pm. * Flexible working to suit your availability. * Opportunities to work across a variety of primary schools in Retford. * Access to Academics' exclusive CPD and continuous professional development. * Ongoing support from your dedicated Academics consultant. * £75 Love2shop voucher through our Refer a Friend scheme (subject to terms and conditions). * Opportunities for career progression and longer-term school-based roles. As a Supply Teaching Assistant, you will: * Support teachers with classroom management and pupil engagement. * Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils. * Assist pupils with their learning and development. * Help create a positive, safe and inclusive classroom environment. * Adapt confidently to different primary school settings. * Follow school policies and safeguarding procedures. To be considered for this role, you will need: * Previous experience working with children or within an educational setting is desirable. * A CACHE or NVQ Level 2/3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning is preferred but not essential. * An Enhanced DBS Certificate registered on the Update Service, or be willing to apply for one. * Flexibility to work across different primary schools in and around Retford. * A commitment to safeguarding and completing annual safeguarding training. * The right to work in the UK. About Academics Academics is a leading education recruitment agency, acting as a recruitment agency for temporary education professionals across the UK. We pride ourselves on matching talented teachers and support staff with rewarding opportunities while providing ongoing support and professional development throughout their careers. If you're looking for flexible Supply Teaching Assistant work in Retford from September 2026, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and let Academics help you find your next opportunity in education. Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy. Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy