Sporty Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Teaching Assistant
Location: NP16
Contract Type: Full Time
Start Date: ASAP / January
Pay: £89.38 per day

Are you energetic, active and passionate about supporting children?
We’re looking for a sporty, enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in the NP16 area. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a lively environment and wants to make a real impact on pupils’ learning and wellbeing.

Experience isn’t essential — just the right attitude, willingness to learn and confidence to get involved.

About the Role:

• Support pupils in the classroom and during active learning sessions
• Work 1:1 with pupils when required, including those with ALN/SEN
• Use your sporty, energetic approach to help pupils stay engaged and motivated
• Assist the class teacher with daily tasks and small group activities
• Promote positive behaviour and help pupils regulate during challenging moments
• Be a proactive, reliable and hands-on member of staff

Ideal Candidate:

• Active, enthusiastic and enjoys being on their feet
• Strong behaviour management or willingness to develop it
• Great communication and relationship-building skills
• Patient, supportive and confident working 1:1
• Open to learning, upskilling and completing CPD through Teaching Personnel
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

What We Offer:

• £89.38 per day, paid weekly
• Free CPD including behaviour management, safeguarding & ALN awareness
• A supportive consultant dedicated to your development
• Opportunities for long-term roles and progression
• A chance to make a difference in a dynamic, active school environment

If you're sporty, motivated and ready to support children to achieve their best, we’d love to hear from you.

If you would like more information, please contact the Newport Primary team on 01633 370 633 / cedrick.matondo@teachingpersonnel.com

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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.
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