Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Teaching Assistant
Location: Newport
Hours: Full-Time, Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
Salary: £92.95 per day
Start Date: 13th April 2026

About Us

At Teaching Personnel, we are dedicated to connecting enthusiastic and reliable individuals with rewarding opportunities in education. We are currently seeking a motivated Teaching Assistant to work across welcoming primary schools in the Newport area.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to gain valuable classroom experience or continue developing their career in education.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will support teachers in delivering engaging lessons and help create a positive and inclusive learning environment. You may work with small groups or provide additional support to individual pupils, helping them to stay focused and reach their full potential.

Every day will be varied, offering you the chance to build your skills and make a real impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher with daily classroom activities
• Work with small groups or on a 1:1 basis where required
• Help manage classroom behaviour and maintain a positive learning environment
• Assist with lesson preparation and organisation
• Encourage pupil engagement and participation
• Provide feedback to teachers on pupil progress

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

• Enthusiastic, patient, and adaptable
• Passionate about working with children
• A strong communicator with good interpersonal skills
• Able to work effectively as part of a team
• Previous experience working with children is desirable

Requirements

• Child Only DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
• Registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC) (support can be provided)
• Two professional references covering the last 24 months

Why Join Us?

• Competitive daily pay of £92.95
• Opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience
• Support from a dedicated consultant
• Flexible opportunities for career development
• Chance to work in supportive and welcoming schools

Apply Today!

If you’re ready to start a rewarding role in education and make a difference in the classroom, apply now for an April 2026 start. We look forward to hearing from you!

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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