Primary Teaching
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Primary Teaching Assistant
NP44, Torfaen
£92.63 per day
October 2026 Start
⏰ Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available
Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to children's education every day?
We are partnering with a number of primary schools across the NP44 area that are seeking enthusiastic and reliable Teaching Assistants to support pupils across Foundation Phase and Key Stage 2 settings from October 2026.
This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who enjoy working with children and want to gain valuable classroom experience within welcoming and supportive school environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Supporting teachers in delivering engaging lessons and classroom activities.
- Working with small groups and individual pupils to support learning outcomes.
- Encouraging pupil participation, confidence and independence.
- Assisting with classroom management and behaviour support.
- Helping to create a positive, inclusive and nurturing learning environment.
Requirements
- Previous experience working with children, young people or within an educational setting is desirable.
- A positive, patient and adaptable approach.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a school team.
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
What We Offer
✅ Competitive daily rate of £92.63 per day
✅ Flexible working options to suit your availability
✅ Opportunities across a variety of local primary schools
✅ Dedicated support from an experienced education consultant
✅ Ongoing opportunities throughout the academic year
Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant or looking to take your first step into education, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now to be considered for Primary Teaching Assistant opportunities in NP44 starting October 2026.
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.
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