1:1 Reception Teaching Assistant | Grow Confidence Daily

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

Long-term placement

Supportive leadership

Welcoming team

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. in Cardiff is seeking a dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a Reception pupil from January. You will become a trusted role model and help the child build confidence, independence and social skills in the classroom environment.

This role involves daily 1:1 support, building positive relationships, and using play-based learning to promote engagement, behaviour, and developmental progress within a welcoming primary school setting.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in any setting is desirable.
• Patient, calm and caring approach with young learners.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children and staff.
• Confident in adapting activities to meet individual needs.
• Remain positive and resilient in challenging situations.
• Strong communication skills and proactive attitude.
• Understand the importance of routine and consistency for children.
• Passionate about making a genuine difference to a child’s educational journey.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a Reception pupil during the school day.
• Build a positive, trusting relationship with the child.
• Support learning through play-based activities and creative approaches.
• Encourage communication, engagement and participation in class.
• Help manage emotions and promote positive behaviour strategies.
• Support personal, social and emotional development.
• Work with the class teacher and staff to ensure best outcomes.
• Track progress and celebrate achievements, big or small.

Skills

Experience with children

Calm and patient

Positive relationships

Adapt activities

Resilience

Strong communication

Consistency & routine

Passionate about helping kids

Job description

Teaching Personnel Ltd. in Cardiff is seeking a dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a Reception pupil from January. You will become a trusted role model and help the child build confidence, independence and social skills in the classroom environment.

This role involves daily 1:1 support, building positive relationships, and using play-based learning to promote engagement, behaviour, and developmental progress within a welcoming primary school setting.