General Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Merthyr Tydfil; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate teaching assistants in Merthyr Tydfil. This role involves supporting students in primary and secondary schools, ensuring they thrive in a positive learning environment. With multiple positions available, you will have the chance to make a significant impact on children's lives while enjoying flexible working arrangements. If you have a passion for education and a desire to help students achieve their potential, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Opportunities for personal development

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 months experience in educational settings.
• Willingness to undergo a DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Support students with additional learning needs.
• Prepare classrooms and ensure resources are ready.
• Create a positive learning environment.

Skills

Experience with children

Enthusiasm for teaching

DBS Check

Registration with Education Workforce Council

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General Teaching Assistant, Merthyr Tydfil

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Client:

New Directions

Location:

Merthyr Tydfil, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Education

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Job Description:

Job Description

New Directions are seeking compassionate teaching assistants to work in our schools in and around Merthyr. We have multiple positions available ranging from day-to-day work and long-term roles.

As a teaching assistant, you will play an important role in supporting students within primary and secondary school settings. Your responsibilities will include providing support to students either in a group or 1:1 setting. You will also assist with classroom activities. It is also important that you are providing a positive learning environment for students to thrive.

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

• Supporting children with additional learning needs to help them achieve their full potential.
• Helping to prepare classrooms for lessons. Making sure that learning materials and resources are available for effective teaching and learning.
• Providing an environment where students feel motivated to learn and succeed.

Requirements

• A minimum of 3 months experience working with children or young people in an educational setting
• Enthusiasm for the role and dedication to working with children
• A DBS that is enhanced and on the update service, or willingness to run a DBS
• Registration with the education workforce council
• Eligibility to work in the UK
• Flexible working arrangements to fit your schedule.
• Opportunities to find the right working environment that suits you.
• An opportunity to work with children and young people to make a positive impact on their lives.

New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.