Unqualified Teaching Assistant

Unqualified Primary Teaching Assistant – Newport (NP20)
Full-Time & Part-Time Roles Available (Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM)
£89.38 per day (£13.75 per hour)
Start Date: September

Are you looking to start a rewarding career in education?

We’re currently recruiting Unqualified Teaching Assistants to support teaching and learning in friendly and inclusive primary schools across Newport (NP20). This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about working with children and want to make a real difference in the classroom.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Assisting the class teacher in delivering lessons across the curriculum

• Working with small groups or individual pupils to support learning

• Helping create a positive, inclusive and engaging classroom environment

• Supporting children with reading, writing, and numeracy tasks

• Assisting with classroom preparation and organisation

• Encouraging children’s social, emotional, and academic development

About the Schools:

• Welcoming and supportive primary schools across Newport

• Inclusive ethos with a focus on pupil wellbeing and achievement

• Opportunities to work across different year groups (Foundation Phase – Key Stage 2)

• Strong sense of community and team spirit among staff

Who We’re Looking For:

• No formal teaching qualifications required

• Experience working with children (in school or other settings) is highly desirable

• Friendly, enthusiastic, and reliable individuals

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• A genuine interest in helping children learn and grow

• Available during school hours (8:30 AM – 3:30 PM) in the Newport area

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive daily rate

• Full training provided – including safeguarding and classroom support skills

• Supportive team and ongoing professional development

• Great opportunity to gain experience and explore a career in education

Requirements:

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (we can support your application)

• Registered with the Education Workforce Council (EWC) – support available

• Able to provide two recent references covering the last 24 months

Ready to make a difference in Newport’s primary schools?
Apply today with your CV and we’ll be in touch within 3 working days.

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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