Make a difference in the classroom this September. 🍎
Hays Education is a GCA Lot 1 Approved school supplier, who are proud to work with a wide range of schools across Stoke-on-Trent and Newcastle-under-Lyme that are looking for passionate Teaching Assistants, HLTAs, Early Years Practitioners (EYPs) and SEN Teaching Assistants to join their teams for the September 2026 academic year.
Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant, looking to gain further classroom experience, or seeking a flexible role that fits around your lifestyle, we have opportunities to suit you.
We recruit for Nursery, Primary, Secondary and SEN schools, offering everything from day-to-day supply and short-term assignments to long-term placements and permanent opportunities. Full-time and part-time roles are available, allowing you to find the perfect fit for your skills and availability.
📚 Your New Role
Every day is different as a Teaching Assistant, and every day gives you the opportunity to make a real impact on a child's education and confidence.Working across schools in Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire, you could be:
✅ Supporting pupils on a one-to-one basis, including those with additional needs
✅ Working with small groups to boost learning and development
✅ Helping to create a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment
✅ Supporting teachers in delivering high-quality lessons across different year groups
✅ Encouraging pupils to reach their full potential both academically and socially
Whether you're looking for occasional work, regular weekly bookings or a long-term position, we can help you secure a role that matches your career goals.
🎯 What You'll Need to Succeed
✅ Be willing to complete our standard compliance and vetting checks, including an Enhanced DBS check
✅ Have recent and relevant childcare, educational or support experience and be able to provide references
✅ Have a positive, flexible and reliable approach to work
✅ Be passionate about supporting children and young people to succeed
✅ Ideally hold a childcare or education-related qualification, although this is not essential
🌟 What You'll Get in Return
✨ Flexible opportunities available to suit your lifestyle, with full-time and part-time roles on offer
✨ Access to rewarding positions across Primary, Secondary, SEN and Nursery settings~
✨ The support of a dedicated local Education Consultant who is with you every step of the way
✨ Weekly PAYE pay with holiday pay accrued
✨ Free safeguarding and compliance training
✨ Access to a wide range of online CPD and development courses
✨ Long-term opportunities that could lead to permanent employment
✨ Earn up to £250 in vouchers through our Refer-a-Friend scheme
✨ The chance to work with some of the area's most welcoming and supportive schools
📩 What You Need to Do Now
If you're ready to start the new academic year in a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference, we'd love to hear from you.Apply now and submit your up-to-date CV, and Esme will be in touch to discuss the opportunities available. 🚀
If this role isn't quite right for you, but you're considering a move within education, contact us for a confidential discussion about your career and the exciting opportunities available across Stoke-on-Trent and Newcastle-under-Lyme.
🍎 Apply today and take the next exciting step in your education career this September onwards!
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Salary description
£92.00 - £98.00 per day