Teaching Assistant
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Teaching Assistant – Secondary School (Tredegar Area)
Start Date: September 2026
Are you looking to start a rewarding career in education? Do you have experience in childcare, youth work, or supporting young people in any capacity? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
We are seeking a motivated and caring Teaching Assistant to join a supportive secondary school in the Tredegar area from September 2026. This role is ideal for someone considering a career change and wanting to make a meaningful impact in a school setting.
At this school, pupil progress and wellbeing are at the heart of everything they do. They are committed to ensuring every child achieves their potential through high-quality teaching within a nurturing and supportive environment.
A strong academic ethos, combined with excellent pastoral care, creates a positive and inspiring setting where students can thrive. The school is dedicated to developing confident, ambitious, and caring young people who are well prepared for their future.
About the Role:
- Supporting pupils in the classroom on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
- Assisting teachers with lesson delivery and classroom activities
- Encouraging student engagement, confidence, and independence
- Supporting pupils with additional learning needs or behaviour
- Helping to create a positive, inclusive learning environment
We Are Looking For:
- Individuals with transferable skills from backgrounds such as childcare, youth work, coaching, support work, or customer-facing roles
- A passion for helping young people succeed
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- A proactive, patient, and adaptable approach
- A willingness to learn and develop within an education setting
Requirements:
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain)
- EWC registration (or willingness to apply)
What’s on Offer:
- A welcoming and supportive school environment
- Excellent experience for those considering teacher training in the future
- Ongoing support and guidance throughout your placement
- Competitive rates of pay
If you’re ready to take the first step into education and use your existing skills to make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today to find out more.
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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