Foundation Phase Teaching Assistant - Monmouthshire

Academics; Caldicot; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

Holiday pay included in daily rate

Support from experienced recruitment/​

Ongoing opportunities in education

Job summary

Academics Recruitment Agency, in partnership with a well-regarded primary school in Monmouthshire, is seeking a caring Teaching Assistant to join the Foundation Phase team from September 2026. You will support children throughout the school day, helping them engage with activities, develop independence and feel confident in their surroundings.

This role suits someone who enjoys working with younger children and understands that patience and a positive attitude can make a huge difference.

Qualifications

• Patient, approachable and able to build strong relationships with pupils.
• Can follow direction from the class teacher while using own initiative.
• Confident supporting early reading, phonics and basic numeracy.
• Understands safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.
• Holds Enhanced DBS or willing to obtain one and is registered or willing to register with the EWC.
• Ability to provide two recent professional references.

Responsibilities

• Support children throughout the school day and help them engage with activities.
• Assist with developing independence and confidence in pupils.
• Work alongside the class teacher and use initiative as needed.
• Attend to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing as part of daily duties.

Skills

Patience

Relationship building

Following direction

Initiative

Early reading support

Phonics support

Basic numeracy support

Safeguarding awareness

Education

Enhanced DBS (Update Service) or willing to obtain

Education Workforce Council (EWC) registration or willing to register

Two professional references

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Foundation Phase in Monmouthshire from September 2026

Some of the most important learning in primary school happens through conversation, play, encouragement and those little moments when a child suddenly understands something for the first time.

Academics Recruitment Agency is working in partnership with a well-regarded primary school in Monmouthshire, who are seeking a caring Teaching Assistant to join their Foundation Phase team from September 2026.

Working alongside the class teacher, you'll support children throughout the school day, helping them engage with activities, develop their independence and feel confident in their surroundings.

This would suit a Teaching Assistant who enjoys working with younger children and understands that patience, consistency and a positive attitude can make a huge difference.

We're looking for someone who:

• Is patient, approachable and able to build strong relationships with pupils.
• Can follow direction from the class teacher while also using their own initiative.
• Is confident supporting early reading, phonics and basic numeracy.
• Understands the importance of safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.
• Holds an Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or is willing to obtain one.
• Is registered with, or willing to register with, the Education Workforce Council (EWC).
• Can provide two recent professional references.

In return, you'll receive:

• Competitive daily pay.
• Holiday pay included in your daily rate.
• The opportunity to work in a nurturing Monmouthshire primary school.
• Support from an experienced education recruitment consultant who has direct experience working in schools.
• Access to ongoing short-term and long-term education opportunities.
• A September start with the possibility of a longer-term placement.

If you're the sort of person who celebrates the small wins and enjoys helping children grow in confidence, this could be a fantastic opportunity.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy