Primary Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Abergavenny; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Primary Teaching Assistants in Abergavenny. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on students' academic and social development, supporting children from Reception to Year 6. With flexible working patterns and competitive pay, this position is perfect for those looking to kickstart their career in education or further their professional development. Join a supportive team and enjoy ongoing training opportunities while making a difference in the lives of young learners.

Benefits

Flexible working patterns

Ongoing training and career development

Local work opportunities

Support from experienced consultants

Competitive daily pay

Qualifications

• Experience in school, care, or youth settings is essential.
• Must have a positive and proactive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with literacy and numeracy.
• Assist children with Additional Learning Needs.
• Promote a safe and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Experience working with children

Positive attitude

Patience

Proactive approach

Education

EWC registration (Teaching Assistant category)

Enhanced Child DBS

Job description

Primary School Teaching Assistant – Abergavenny | £89.38+ per day | Full-Time & Part-Time | Immediate Start

Looking to kickstart or continue your career in education? Join Teaching Personnel as a Primary Teaching Assistant in Abergavenny and make a real impact in the classroom.

Location: Abergavenny, Monmouthshire
Position: Primary Teaching Assistant
Salary: From £89.38 per day
Start Date: Immediate or September 2025
Contract: Full-Time or Part-Time | Term Time Only

About the Role:

We are working with local primary schools across Abergavenny who are seeking friendly, reliable, and committed Teaching Assistants to support pupils in Reception to Year 6. Whether you're supporting small groups or providing 1:1 help for children with additional learning needs, you’ll play a vital role in their academic and social development.

Daily Responsibilities:

• Supporting pupils with literacy and numeracy
• Helping children with Additional Learning Needs (ALN), including Autism, ADHD, and Speech & Language needs
• Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement
• Assisting teachers with classroom organisation and learning resources
• Promoting a safe, inclusive, and encouraging learning environment

Requirements:

• Experience working with children (in school, care, playwork, or youth settings)
• A positive, patient, and proactive attitude
• Enhanced Child DBS (or willingness to apply through us)
• EWC registration (Teaching Assistant category) or willingness to register

This role is ideal for:

• Experienced Teaching Assistants
• Graduates with an interest in education
• Individuals looking to pursue a PGCE or career in Speech & Language Therapy
• Support workers or youth mentors transitioning into schools

What Teaching Personnel Offers You:

• Competitive daily pay starting from £89.38
• Flexible working patterns to suit your lifestyle
• Ongoing training and career development (e.g. Team Teach, Autism Awareness)
• Local work across Monmouthshire.
• A friendly, experienced recruitment consultant to support your journey

Apply today to secure a Primary Teaching Assistant role in Abergavenny!
Click ‘Apply Now’ and a member of the team will be in touch to discuss further.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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