Teaching Assistant

Vacancy at Discovery College (YMCA Plymouth), Honicknowle Lane, Plymouth

YMCA Plymouth currently requires a full-time teaching assistant to work with students in its ‘Discovery College’.

The post is within school hours and is a term time only post. A 3-month probationary period will apply.

The full-time salary is £24,784 per annum.

This is a fixed term contract post of 1 year starting in September 2026. The contract can be extended or made permanent in the future.

The role is an integral part of the College. The successful applicant will work both independently and under the instruction/guidance of teaching/senior staff undertaking work/care/support to enable students’ better access to learning and to assist the teacher in the management of students in the classroom. In addition, caring for the health needs and well-being of students whilst under their supervision.

The successful candidate will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check, and two satisfactory references will also be required.

A Job Description & Person Specification can be obtained from; vic.h@ymcaplymouth.org.uk

Application is on line. Please click here for the application form

For additional information regarding the post please contact: Vic Hibbert on 07724242839

Closing date for applications will be: 24th June 2026

Working at YMCA Plymouth involves working alongside young people and vulnerable adults and we view our responsibility to safeguard them as a high priority. We will therefore undertake a rigid checking process prior to any employment being commenced.

It should be noted also that as part of a recruitment process a check is also made on social media of applicants.