Teaching Assistant

Location: NP10, Newport
Pay: From £92.63 per day
Hours: Monday-Friday | Full-time & Part-time Available
Start Date: September 2026

Looking for a new Teaching Assistant role this September?

Teaching Personnel is working with a welcoming primary school in the NP10 area of Newport that is looking to appoint a caring and enthusiastic Primary Teaching Assistant to join their team from September.

This is a fantastic opportunity to support pupils across Key Stage 1, helping children build confidence, develop key skills and enjoy a positive start to their education.

As a Teaching Assistant, you'll work closely with the class teacher to provide support in the classroom, helping pupils reach their full potential.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Assisting with phonics, reading, writing and maths activities
• Supporting children with Additional Learning Needs (ALN)
• Encouraging positive behaviour and classroom engagement
• Helping to prepare learning resources and classroom activities
• Creating a safe, inclusive and positive learning environment

• Friendly, patient and reliable
• Passionate about working with children
• Confident working as part of a school team
• Able to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Keen to make a difference every day

Previous experience in schools is welcomed, but we also encourage applications from those with experience in childcare, nurseries, youth work, sports coaching or other child-centred roles.

• EWC registration (or willingness to register)
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
• Two professional references covering the last 24 months

• Competitive daily pay from £92.63
• Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities
• Free CPD and training to support your development
• Dedicated consultant supporting you throughout your placement
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent school positions

If you're looking to start or continue your career as a Primary Teaching Assistant this September, we'd love to hear from you.

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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