Classroom Support Assistant

TeacherActive Limited.; Carmarthen; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE Pay

Flexible TA Opportunities

Free CPD & Training

Dedicated Consultant Support

Mobile Availability Management

£100 Refer a Friend Bonus

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting Teaching Assistants for primary schools in Carmarthen. Various full-time, part-time, short-term and long-term roles are available, with regular weekly PAYE payments and a dedicated consultant to support you.

Opportunities include 1:1 pupil support, small-group intervention, classroom support, and pastoral assistance, across a range of schools. Prior experience is valued but not always required, with a focus on transferable skills and child wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Experience in schools or childcare settings is valued.
• Transferable skills from diverse backgrounds are welcomed by schools.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher with lessons and classroom activities.
• Work with individual pupils or small groups.
• Provide 1:1 learning and classroom support.
• Help create a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment.

Skills

Caring and patient

Reliable and professional

Confident with children

Supportive and encouraging

Relationship building

Team player

Wellbeing focus

Job description

Teaching Assistant – Carmarthen

Carmarthen | Primary Schools | Full-Time & Part-Time | Short & Long-Term Opportunities | Weekly PAYE

Are you looking for your next Teaching Assistant job in Carmarthen?

We’re recruiting Teaching Assistants and experienced childcare professionals for a range of opportunities across primary schools in Neath Port Talbot, with full-time, part-time, short-term and longer-term positions available.

Whether you’re an experienced Teaching Assistant, a Learning Support Assistant, or have a strong background working with children and young people, we can help you find a role that matches your experience, availability and career goals.

You may be looking for regular work each week, greater flexibility around other commitments, or a longer-term school placement where you can become part of a school community.

Teaching Assistant Roles Available

We recruit for a variety of classroom-based roles across primary schools in Carmarthen.

Depending on your experience and the requirements of the school, opportunities may include:

• Full-time Teaching Assistant positions
• Part-time Teaching Assistant and Learning Support Assistant roles
• Regular weekly work
• Short-term and long-term school placements
• 1:1 pupil support
• Small-group learning and intervention support
• Classroom and learning support
• Pastoral and behavioural support
• Support for pupils with additional learning needs

We’ll take the time to understand what you’re looking for before matching you with suitable opportunities.

You’ll also have a dedicated consultant supporting you throughout your placement.

Your Experience Could Be a Great Fit

You don’t necessarily need previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant.

Schools value transferable skills and experience from a range of backgrounds, including:

• Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant roles
• Nursery and childcare
• Youth work
• Sports coaching
• Residential or support work
• Mentoring
• Tutoring
• Volunteering
• Previous school-based experience

We’re particularly interested in candidates who are:

• Caring, patient and approachable
• Reliable and professional
• Confident working with children and young people
• Positive, encouraging and supportive
• Able to build trusting relationships with pupils
• Comfortable working as part of a school team
• Committed to supporting children's learning, development and wellbeing

What Does a Teaching Assistant Do?

As a Teaching Assistant, you’ll work alongside teachers and other education professionals to help pupils learn, develop and feel supported in the classroom.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Supporting the class teacher with lessons and classroom activities
• Working with individual pupils or small groups
• Providing 1:1 learning and classroom support
• Helping pupils remain focused and engaged
• Supporting positive behaviour and classroom routines
• Encouraging pupils to develop confidence and independence
• Supporting pupils with additional learning needs
• Providing pastoral and practical support
• Helping create a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment

The exact responsibilities will vary depending on the school, year group and individual pupils you support.

Why Work With Us?

We want your experience working with us to be straightforward, flexible and well supported.

When you join us, you’ll have access to:

• Weekly PAYE Pay
• Flexible Teaching Assistant Opportunities
• Free CPD & Training
• Dedicated Consultant Support
• Mobile Availability Management

£100 Refer a Friend Bonus*

Teaching Assistant Jobs in Carmarthen

If you’re searching for Teaching Assistant jobs, Learning Support Assistant roles or primary school support work in Carmarthen, we’d love to hear from you.

You don’t have to be ready to commit to a particular role before getting in touch. We’re happy to discuss the opportunities currently available and understand what you’re looking for.

*Terms and conditions apply to the £100 Refer a Friend bonus.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role.

We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment