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Early Years Teaching Assistant

  1. Teaching Assistant
  2. Torfaen
Date posted : 22/10/25
  1. Full Time
£89 - 95 per day

Job description

November Start: Early Years Teaching Assistant | Cwmbran

Location: Cwmbran
Start Date: November 2025
Pay: From £89 per day (pro-rata for part-time)
Hours: Monday–Friday | Full and half days available

A warm and inclusive primary school in Cwmbran is seeking a dedicated Early Years Teaching Assistant to support pupils in Nursery and Reception. Starting in November 2025, this rewarding role offers the chance to make a real difference during the crucial early stages of learning and development.

The Role
As part of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) team, you’ll help children access learning through play, structure, and encouragement. You’ll provide individual and small group support, focusing on communication, social development, and emotional wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support daily learning activities and classroom routines

  • Assist with implementing individual support plans

  • Encourage participation through play-based learning

  • Promote communication, confidence, and independence

About You
We’re looking for someone who is:

  • Patient, caring, and dependable

  • Passionate about inclusion and early education

  • Experienced in a school or care setting (personal experience supporting children is also valued)

  • Familiar with EYFS principles and early learning methods

Requirements:

  • Registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC)

  • An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

  • References covering the last 24 months

Why This Role Matters
Early years education shapes a child’s future. Your care and consistency will help children develop confidence, curiosity, and the skills they need to thrive.

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

  • Flexible working options to suit your lifestyle

  • Access to free, high-quality training and professional development

  • Continuous support from a dedicated consultant

  • The chance to make a lasting, positive impact in a nurturing school environment

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a welcoming school community and play an essential part in helping young learners flourish.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.

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