Teaching Assistant supporting pupils with additional learning needs

Teaching Assistant – Full Time | Secondary School |
Full-Time | September Start | £89.83 - £94 per Day
Location: Blaenau Gwent
Start Date: 1st September 2025

Are you passionate about supporting young people’s education and development? Teaching Personnel is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic full-time Teaching Assistant to join a vibrant secondary school in Blaenau Gwent starting this September. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of pupils across Key Stages 3 and 4, working within a friendly and supportive school environment.

About the Role:

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting teaching and learning across the curriculum. Working closely with classroom teachers, you’ll help deliver engaging lessons, provide targeted support to individual students, and promote a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support classroom teaching and supervise learning activities

• Assist in the preparation and organisation of classroom resources

• Provide one-to-one or small group support to pupils with varying needs

• Foster positive relationships with students to aid their progress and well-being

• Promote and encourage positive behaviour and engagement

• Monitor and report on pupil progress to teaching staff

• Help maintain a safe, clean, and inclusive learning environment

Who We’re Looking For:

• Experience: Previous experience in a secondary school setting or in a learning support role is highly desirable

• Skills: Strong communication and behaviour management skills

• Personal Qualities: Friendly, empathetic, patient, and proactive

• Behaviour Support: Experience with de-escalation techniques or working with students with challenging behaviour is a bonus

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

• Access to exclusive CPD and development opportunities

• A real chance to impact the lives of young people

If you’re ready to bring your skills, patience, and passion for education to a vibrant Newport secondary school, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now to begin a rewarding role where your support truly matters.

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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