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Teaching Assistant - Secondary School (Cwmbran)

  1. Secondary SEN Support
  2. Torfaen
Date posted : 31/10/25
  1. Full Time
£83.85 - 89.00 per day

Job description

Teaching Assistant – Secondary School 

Location: Cwmbran, Wales
Sector: Secondary Education – Mainstream & SEN Support
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: From £13.75 per hour
Start Date: ASAP

Join Our Team as a Teaching Assistant in Cwmbran!

Are you passionate about supporting young people in their education? We’re looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming secondary school in Cwmbran. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys helping students reach their full potential in both mainstream and SEN classroom settings.

Your Key Responsibilities:

  • Support teachers in creating engaging and inclusive learning experiences

  • Provide one-to-one or small-group support to students with additional learning needs

  • Help maintain a positive, well-managed classroom environment

  • Encourage students’ academic, emotional, and social development

  • Assist in preparing learning resources and classroom materials

What We’re Looking For:

  • Right to work in the UK (Passport or Birth Certificate required)

  • Enhanced Child Only DBS Certificate (we can assist with your application if needed)

  • Education Workforce Council (EWC) registration – mandatory in Wales (we’ll help you register!)

  • A positive attitude, empathy, and a genuine passion for education

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

At Teaching Personnel, we’re dedicated to helping you succeed in your education career. You’ll receive:

  • A personal recruitment consultant who matches you with the best roles

  • Ongoing training and development opportunities

  • Access to our refer-a-friend bonus scheme – earn while you recommend!

  • Support every step of the way, from your first placement to long-term career growth

How to Apply:

If you’re ready to make a real difference in the classroom, click Apply Now or contact our friendly team today to find out more about this Teaching Assistant job in Cwmbran.

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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