Teaching Assistant

Are you a caring, patient and enthusiastic individual who loves helping young children learn through play?

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

Start Date: September 2026
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm
Pay: £92.63 – £95 per day

The Role

Teaching Personnel is looking to recruit a dedicated and enthusiastic EYFS Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming Early Years classroom within a primary school in the Vale of Glamorgan.

This is a long-term opportunity supporting the class teacher in providing a stimulating, engaging and nurturing learning environment where children can develop socially, emotionally and academically. You will play a key role in encouraging curiosity, creativity and independence through a range of play-based learning activities, helping children build the foundations they need for future success.

Your Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and interactive EYFS learning activities.
• Assist with play-based learning both indoors and outdoors.
• Encourage children's language, communication, literacy and numeracy development.
• Help create a safe, welcoming and inclusive classroom environment.
• Support children's social, emotional and personal development through positive interactions.
• Prepare classroom resources and learning materials.
• Observe and monitor children's progress, sharing feedback with the class teacher.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents where appropriate.

We welcome applications from everyone so whether you have classroom experience or one of the following; 

• Teaching Assistant
• Nursery Practitioner or Playworker
• Sports Coach
• Care Worker
• Youth Worker
• Scout or Guide Leader
• Any other child-focused role

we'd love to hear from you if you're passionate about helping children learn, grow and thrive.

About You

We're looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about supporting children in their early years of education.
• Patient, caring and enthusiastic.
• Experienced working with young children, whether in a school, nursery or childcare setting.
• Confident supporting learning through play and child-led activities.
• A positive team player with excellent communication skills.

Essential Requirements

To be considered for this role, you will need:

• An Enhanced DBS Certificate (Child Workforce).
• Current Education Workforce Council (EWC) registration.

If you don't currently have a DBS or EWC registration, Teaching Personnel can support you with both application processes (fees apply).

What Teaching Personnel Offers

• Competitive weekly pay.
• A dedicated Primary Education consultant to support you throughout your placement.
• Free CPD courses to support your professional development.
• £50 referral bonus for every successful candidate you recommend.
• Access to our easy-to-use app for managing bookings, timesheets and payslips.

Apply Today

If you're ready to make a positive impact in an EYFS classroom and support young children as they begin their learning journey, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply with your most recent CV, or contact Lucie on 02921 152423 if you'd like to find out more about the role.

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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