Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about helping children develop and grow?

If so, Teaching Personnel would love to hear from you today!

Role Information

Start Date: September 2026
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm
Pay: £92.63 – £95 per day
Location: The Vale of Glamorgan

Teaching Personnel is currently looking for a Teaching Assistant to work within a Key Stage 1 (KS1) classroom for September.

This role plays a crucial part in supporting children with their learning and development. You will help pupils stay focused on their work, assist the teacher in maintaining a positive classroom environment, and support the overall running of the class. There may be some children with Additional Learning Needs (ALN), meaning some 1:1 support may also be required.

This is a full-time position, working Monday to Friday.

Key Responsibilities

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support pupils' academic, social, emotional, and behavioural development.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.
• Maintain a positive attitude and willingness to support the class.
• Work closely with the class teacher to ensure every child feels included and confident in their learning.

About the School

This school is a well-established part of the local community and prides itself on providing a warm and welcoming environment for both pupils and staff.

The school places a strong emphasis on developing literacy and numeracy skills and is committed to supporting every child throughout their learning journey.

For those who drive, the school also has a staff car park available on site.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will be:

• Confident working on a 1:1 basis with pupils.
• Empathetic and compassionate.
• Able to commit to a full-time Monday – Friday position.
• Experienced working within KS1.

Requirements

To apply for this role, you will need:

• An Enhanced Child DBS.
• A live EWC registration.
• At least 3 months' experience working within a school setting or a recognised Teaching Assistant qualification.

Please note: If you do not currently have a DBS or EWC registration, Teaching Personnel can support you with the application process for both checks. Applicants will be required to cover the associated costs.

What We Can Offer You

• Weekly competitive pay.
• A dedicated Primary specialist team committed to finding the perfect role for you.
• Free CPD courses to support your personal and professional development.
• A £50 referral bonus for every successful candidate you refer.
• Access to an interactive app where you can view payslips and manage your working diary.

Apply Today

If this role interests you, don't hesitate to apply with your most recent CV.

If you have any questions or would like further information, please contact Lucie on 02921 152423, who will be happy to help.

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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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