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Secondary Teaching Assistant

  1. Secondary SEN Support
  2. Torfaen
Date posted : 17/10/25
  1. Full Time
£83.85 - 90.00 per day

Job description

Teaching Assistant – Full-Time – Secondary School – Cwmbran

Location: Cwmbran, South Wales
School Type: Mainstream Secondary & SEN Support Base
Job Type: Full-Time, Ongoing
Salary: From £13.75 per hour
Start Date: ASAP


Are you a passionate and reliable Teaching Assistant looking for a new opportunity in Cwmbran?

Join a welcoming and supportive secondary school where you’ll play a key role in helping students reach their full potential.

We’re currently hiring a Teaching Assistant to provide classroom and one-to-one support within both mainstream and SEN settings. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is enthusiastic about education and thrives in a dynamic school environment.


Your Responsibilities Will Include:

  • Supporting teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons

  • Working one-to-one or in small groups with students needing additional help

  • Helping manage classroom behaviour and maintain a positive learning environment

  • Supporting pupils' academic, emotional, and social development

  • Assisting in the preparation of learning materials and classroom resources


What We’re Looking For:

✅ A genuine passion for working with young people
✅ A patient, empathetic, and flexible attitude
✅ Right to work in the UK (valid Passport or Birth Certificate required)
✅ Willingness to undergo an Enhanced Child-Only DBS check (we can help you apply if needed)
✅ Registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC) (we’ll support you with this – required for all education staff in Wales)


Why Choose Teaching Personnel?

Access to exclusive job opportunities in local schools
A dedicated personal consultant to support your career journey
FREE professional development and CPD courses
Support with DBS and EWC registration
‘Refer a friend’ bonus – earn while you work


Apply Now – Start Your New Role ASAP!

Ready to take the next step in your education career?
Click “Apply Now” or call us today to speak with our friendly team and find out more.

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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