Full-Time Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive; Gorseinon; On-site; GBP 17,908 - 22,041; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onboarding support

CPD courses

Competitive hourly rate

Referral scheme

PAYE payroll

Job summary

TeacherActive is seeking a Full-time Teaching Assistant (temporary) based in Swansea, starting September. You will support pupils with varying levels of ALN in a primary school setting, assisting teachers with classroom activities and promoting engagement.

The role requires experience in UK primary schools, a caring and flexible approach, and strong communication and teamwork skills. The position offers a competitive hourly rate (£14.25) on a PAYE payroll and quick onboarding via the My

Qualifications

• Experience working as a Teaching Assistant within a UK Primary School.
• Experience supporting children with ALN in a classroom setting.
• A caring, patient and flexible approach to supporting pupils across both Key Stages.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A proactive 'can-do' attitude.
• A genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development.

Responsibilities

• Assist with classroom activities and teaching sessions.
• Provide ALN support in primary classrooms.
• Promote engagement and support pupils’ academic and social development.
• Work across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.
• Maintain a caring, patient and flexible approach.

Skills

Teaching Assistant experience

ALN support

Caring & flexible approach

Excellent communication

Proactive attitude

Teamwork

Job description

Full‑time Teaching Assistant (temporary) based in Swansea, starting September. Pay £14.25 per hour.

Overview

Support pupils with varying levels of Additional Learning Needs across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 in a primary school setting. Work alongside teachers to facilitate classroom activities, promote engagement, and aid pupils’ academic and social development.

Responsibilities

• Assist with classroom activities and teaching sessions.
• Provide support to pupils with ALN in primary school classrooms.
• Promote engagement and support pupils’ academic and social development.
• Work across both Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.
• Maintain a caring, patient and flexible approach.

Qualifications

• Experience working as a Teaching Assistant within a UK Primary School
• Experience supporting children with ALN in a classroom setting
• A caring, patient and flexible approach to supporting pupils across both Key Stages
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A proactive 'can-do' attitude
• A genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development

Benefits

• Dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to assist with onboarding.
• CPD courses and certificates as part of the My‑Progression channel.
• Competitive hourly rate.
• Referral scheme (up to £100 with terms and conditions).
• PAYE basis payroll, so appropriate tax and NI contributions are handled automatically.

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.