Primary Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Llanelli; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a vibrant primary school in Llanelli. This role is pivotal in fostering a positive learning environment, where you will support the class teacher and work closely with pupils to enhance their educational experience. You will engage in various activities across EYFS, KS1, and KS2, providing individualized support to help young learners thrive academically and socially. With a commitment to professional development, the school offers opportunities for funded qualifications and a comprehensive wellbeing programme, making this a rewarding position for those passionate about education.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

Free access to SEND Toolkit skills development

Funded formal qualifications

Wellbeing programme

Refresher training for modern classrooms

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting classroom activities and behaviour management.
• Ability to work closely with pupils for one-on-one support.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher with lesson delivery and behaviour management.
• Assist in preparing learning materials and monitoring pupil progress.

Skills

Behaviour Management

Classroom Support

Individual Support

Lesson Delivery

Monitoring Pupil Progress

Education

Level 2 SEND

Level 3 Teaching and Learning

Level 4 HLTA

Level 5 TEFL

Tools

SEND Toolkit

Job description

Connex Education is partnering with a Primary school in Llanelli to recruit an experienced Teaching Assistant. You will be supporting the class teacher with behaviour management, providing additional instruction, and assisting with classroom activities. You should be able to work closely with pupils to reinforce learning, offer one-on-one support, and ensure a positive learning environment.

About the school

Our partner school is a vibrant and successful institution, with the pupils at the heart of all that they do. The school is passionate about the pupils' learning journey, experience, and support.

As a primary teaching assistant, you will be working across EYFS, KS1, and KS2. You will support the class teacher by helping with lesson delivery, managing classroom behaviour, and providing individual or small group support to pupils. You will assist in preparing learning materials, monitoring pupil progress, and creating a positive, inclusive environment. Your role is essential in helping young learners develop foundational skills, supporting both academic and social-emotional growth.

Benefits of working with Connex Education

• Competitive daily rate
• Free access to our SEND Toolkit skills development package, comprising over 24 courses.
• Funded formal qualifications, from a Level 2 SEND, Level 3 Teaching and Learning, Level 4 HLTA, and Level 5 TEFL.
• Wellbeing programme and refresher training for life in a 21st-century classroom.

Please apply today or call the office on 01267 611470 if you would like to discuss more opportunities.

Protected characteristics statement

All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including a DBS check. All appointments will be made subject to a DBS check. Connex Education Partnership is committed to a policy of equal opportunities. We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status, or disability. Everyone is assessed on merit alone. Pay rate is dependent on qualification and experience.

Connex Education Partnership is an employment agency and employment business.