Teaching Assistant

We’re working with a welcoming and well-run primary school in Cardiff who are looking to bring in a Teaching Assistant to support pupils across the school. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about education and wants to make a real impact in the classroom.

Pay: £89.38 – £95 per day 
Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm (Monday to Friday)
Contract: Term-time / Full time

The Role

You’ll be supporting learning and behaviour in the classroom, working closely with the class teacher and wider school staff. The role may include 1:1 support, small group interventions, and general classroom assistance.

Key responsibilities:

• Supporting pupils with learning activities in class and in small groups

• Providing 1:1 support where required (including ALN/SEN support)

• Helping with classroom organisation and creating a positive learning environment

• Encouraging engagement, confidence, and positive behaviour

• Assisting with break/lunchtime duties where needed

• Building strong relationships with pupils and staff

What we’re looking for

• Experience working with children (school setting preferred)

• A calm, patient, and proactive approach

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• A genuine passion for helping children succeed

Compliance (Essential)

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply – we can help)

• EWC registration (or willing to register – we can help)

• Right to work in the UK is essential

• If you have lived abroad for 6+ months in the last 5 years, an overseas criminal clearance check will be required

What you’ll get

• Consistent hours in a supportive school environment

• Competitive daily pay

• Ongoing guidance and support throughout your placement

• Opportunity to build school-based experience and progress your career

Interested? Reply with your CV and a quick summary of your availability and the year groups you prefer (if any).

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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