Teaching Assistant

About the Role:

• Start Date: September 2025

• Pay: £89.38 per day

• Hours: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM (Monday - Friday)

Teaching Personnel is currently looking to recruit a hardworking and patient Teaching Assistant to join a Primary School located in the heart of Cardiff. This full-time role involves supporting the teacher and pupils with general classroom assistance and providing 1:1 support to children when needed. There is potential for the successful candidate to secure a permanent contract.

You will become part of a passionate team dedicated to creating a welcoming, positive, and nurturing environment for all pupils.

What We’re Looking For:

While prior experience working with children is an advantage, it’s not essential to be successful in this role! We welcome candidates who:

• Demonstrate confidence and strong behaviour management skills in the classroom

• Build positive relationships with pupils and staff to maintain a supportive learning environment

• Support the teacher by following instructions and taking initiative when appropriate

• Have personal or professional experience working with children

Essential Requirements:

• Enhanced Child-Only DBS (we can assist with this!)

• Registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC)

• Two professional references

• For non-UK residents: Overseas Criminal Clearance (OCC) is required

Why Work With Teaching Personnel?

• Dedicated consultant support who is an expert in the Cardiff area

• Guidance throughout the application process, with a consultant always available to answer your questions

• Access to free or discounted professional development courses on a wide range of topics to boost your skills and knowledge

• Years of experience helping Primary Schools across Cardiff fill vacancies, so you’ll be well-prepared for the upcoming academic year

If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, apply online today or contact the Cardiff Primary Team at 02921 152423!

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.
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