Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Teaching Assistant
Location: NP20
Contract Type: Full Time
Start Date: ASAP / January
Pay: £89.38 per day

Teaching Personnel are working closely with primary schools in the NP20 area who are seeking an experienced Teaching Assistant to join their teams. This role is ideal for someone with experience in education or childcare settings, including schools, nurseries or similar environments, where transferable skills can be used to support pupils effectively.

About the Role:

• Support pupils across the classroom and in small groups

• Provide 1:1 support where required, including pupils with ALN/SEN

• Assist the class teacher with lesson delivery and classroom routines

• Promote positive behaviour and help pupils stay engaged in learning

• Adapt support strategies to meet individual needs

• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils and staff

• Contribute to a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment

Ideal Candidate:

• Experience working with children in an educational or childcare setting (schools, nurseries, early years, support work, youth work, etc.)

• Confident working with pupils of varying abilities

• Calm, patient and proactive in the classroom

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Willingness to support pupils with additional learning needs

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

What We Offer:

• £89.38 per day, paid weekly

• Access to free CPD including Safeguarding, ALN Awareness and Behaviour Management

• Ongoing support from a dedicated Teaching Personnel consultant

• Opportunities for long-term placements and career progression

• A supportive introduction into primary school environments

If you have experience supporting children and are ready to bring your skills into a primary school setting, we would love to hear from you.

If you would like more information, please contact the Newport Primary team on 01633 370 633 / cedrick.matondo@teachingpersonnel.com

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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