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Trainee Classroom Assistant

  1. Teaching Assistant
  2. Torfaen
Date posted : 29/04/25
  1. Full Time
£89.38 - 95.50 per day

Job description

Kickstart Your Career in Education as a Trainee Classroom Assistant – Newport & Cwmbran

Are you passionate about supporting young people and ready to take your first step into a career in education? Teaching Personnel is recruiting Trainee Classroom Assistants for full-time roles in secondary schools across Newport and Cwmbran.

This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a supportive school environment, working with students aged 11–16. Whether you're a recent graduate, career changer, or simply exploring a future in teaching, this role offers the ideal starting point.

Job Overview – Trainee Classroom Assistant

  • Start Date: September 2025 (opportunity to start in June/July if available sooner)
  • Contract: 1st September – 20th July 2026
  • Location:  Your choice of a secondary school from Newport or Cwmbran area!
  • Pay: Starting at £13.75/hour or £89.38/day and up to £95.50 a day!
  • Hours: 08:30 – 15:30, Monday to Friday (Term-time only)

✅ What You’ll Gain:

  • Comprehensive Training: Complete four essential online training modules tailored for secondary school settings.
  • Paid School Placement: Get real classroom experience with a paid trial week and receive constructive feedback to help you grow.
  • Dedicated Support: Benefit from one-to-one guidance by your personal consultant throughout your placement.
  • Career Development: Build your confidence and CV with practical teaching assistant experience.

Who We’re Looking For:

We’re seeking individuals who are:

  • Passionate about education and eager to support students' learning.
  • Ready to embrace challenges and immerse themselves in school life.
  • Reliable, enthusiastic, and great team players.

Requirements:

  • Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply).
  • Full-time availability during term time (Mon–Fri, 08:30–15:30).
  • Two professional references.
  • Willingness to register with the EWC (Teaching Personnel will assist).

If you're looking to start a fulfilling career in education and make a real difference in young people’s lives, apply now to become a Trainee Teaching Assistant in Newport or Cwmbran!

Apply Today – Spaces Are Limited!

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.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.

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