Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about creating a safe environment for children to learn in?

If so, we'd love to hear from you today!

Location: Barry
Hours: Full-Time (Monday–Friday)
Start Date: Immediate start available
Pay: £92.63–£95.00 per day

About the Role

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Year 1 Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Barry. Working closely with the class teacher, you will support pupils during this important stage of their learning, helping them develop key literacy, numeracy, and social skills.

You'll provide classroom support, work with small groups and individual pupils, and help create a positive, engaging, and nurturing learning environment where every child can thrive.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain valuable classroom experience or continue building a rewarding career in education.

Who Can Apply?

We welcome applications from candidates with experience working with children in a variety of settings, including:

• Teaching Assistant
• Nursery Practitioner or Playworker
• Sports Coach
• Care Worker
• Youth Worker
• Scout or Guide Leader
• Other child-focused roles

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is:

• Caring, patient, and enthusiastic
• Passionate about supporting young children's learning and development
• A confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
• Proactive and able to use their own initiative
• Flexible and adaptable within a busy school environment
• Reliable, committed, and eager to make a positive difference every day

Essential Requirements

• An Enhanced DBS Certificate (Child Workforce), or be willing to apply for one
• Registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC)

If you don't already have these, Teaching Personnel can support you with both application processes (additional costs apply).

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive weekly pay
• Full-time, consistent work in a supportive Barry primary school
• Dedicated support from an experienced Primary Education Consultant
• Free CPD and training opportunities
• Opportunities to secure long-term or permanent school positions
• £50 referral bonus for every successful educator you recommend
• Easy-to-use app to manage your bookings and pay

If you're ready to make a positive impact in a Year 1 classroom and help children build a strong foundation for their future learning, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today with your up-to-date CV or contact the Cardiff and The Vale Primary Team on 02921 152423 for more information.

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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