Teaching Assistant

Full-Time & Part-Time | Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
£89.38 per day (£13.75 per hour)
Start Date: September

Are you ready to begin a rewarding career in education?

We’re looking for enthusiastic Unqualified Teaching Assistants to join welcoming and supportive primary schools across Newport (NP20). This is the perfect opportunity if you’re passionate about helping children thrive and want to take your first step into the classroom.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons across the curriculum
• Working 1:1 or with small groups of pupils to boost learning and confidence
• Helping to create a positive, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment
• Supporting children with reading, writing, and numeracy skills
• Assisting with classroom organisation and preparation
• Encouraging children’s social, emotional, and academic development

About the Schools

• Friendly and inclusive primary schools across Newport
• A strong focus on pupil wellbeing and achievement
• Opportunities to work in different year groups (Foundation Phase – Key Stage 2)
• Supportive staff teams with a real sense of community

Who We’re Looking For

• No formal teaching qualifications needed
• Experience working with children (in school or other settings) is highly desirable
• Friendly, enthusiastic, and reliable individuals
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Genuine passion for helping children learn and grow
• Availability during school hours (8:30 AM – 3:30 PM) in Newport

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive daily rate of £89.38
• Full training provided (safeguarding, classroom support, etc.)
• Access to ongoing professional development and career pathways
• A chance to gain valuable classroom experience
• Support with DBS application and EWC registration

Requirements

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (we can help with this)
• Registered with the Education Workforce Council (EWC) – support available
• Two recent references covering the last 24 months

✅ Ready to make a difference in Newport’s primary schools?
Apply today with your CV and we’ll be in touch within 3 working days!

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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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