Unqualified Teaching Assistant

Unqualified Teaching Assistant

No Experience Needed – Just a Passion for Education

Location: Cardiff (CF5) – Secondary School
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:15pm
Pay: £95 per day via PAYEE with weekly pay
Start Date: 27^th of April 2026

Want to work in education but don’t have experience?
Have a genuine passion for helping young people succeed?

This role is made for you!

Teaching Personnel is offering a fantastic opportunity to step into the classroom as an Unqualified Teaching Assistant—no prior school experience required. All we ask is that you bring enthusiasm, commitment, and a real desire to work with young people.

About the Role

Join a supportive and inclusive secondary school in Cardiff (CF5), working with students aged 11–18 in a mainstream setting.

You’ll support pupils with a range of needs, including:

• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH)
• Additional Learning Needs (ALN)
• Autism (ASD) and ADHD

You’ll also deliver targeted intervention sessions twice a week, with full training, resources, and ongoing guidance provided.

This is a close-knit, community-focused school that prioritises both student wellbeing and staff development—making it the perfect place to begin your journey in education.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting students 1:1 and in small groups
• Helping pupils build confidence, focus, and engagement
• Assisting teachers in delivering lessons and managing behaviour
• Creating a positive, safe, and inclusive classroom environment
• Supporting tailored learning and behaviour plans

Who This Role Is Perfect For

• Graduates or students exploring a career in education
• Career changers looking for a meaningful new direction
• Aspiring teachers, psychologists, youth workers, or coaches
• Anyone with a genuine passion for working with young people

What We’re Looking For

• No experience required – just a strong desire to work in education
• A positive, patient, and proactive attitude
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• A caring and resilient approach
• Willingness to complete FREE training and obtain an Enhanced DBS & EWC registration (full support provided)
• Two professional references

FREE Training & Development

We’ll fully support you with accredited training before and during your role, including:

• Level 2 Safeguarding
• Cover Supervisor Training
• Team Teach (Behaviour Support)
• Autism Awareness & Inclusive Strategies
• SEND & Emotional Wellbeing (Thrive Approach)

What You’ll Gain

• Valuable hands-on classroom experience
• A trial placement in a supportive school
• Ongoing guidance from a dedicated consultant
• Flexible opportunities (full-time or part-time)
• A clear pathway into:
• Teacher Training
• Educational Psychology
• Youth Work & Support Roles

Your Future Starts Here

This is more than just a job—it’s your first step into a rewarding career in education.

If you’re motivated, compassionate, and ready to make a difference, we want to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV and start your journey in the classroom.

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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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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