Primary Teaching Assistant

Connex Education; Llanelli; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational partnership in Llanelli is seeking a Primary Teaching Assistant to support classroom activities, manage behaviour, and deliver targeted instruction. Ideal candidates will possess a GCSE in Maths and English, and must be over 18. This engaging role focuses on enhancing children's academic and personal growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

PAYE paid weekly

Free CPD skills development package

Wellbeing programme

Qualifications

• Must be aged 18 and over.
• DBS on the Update Service or willing to obtain one.
• EWC registered.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher with lesson delivery.
• Assist with classroom behaviour management.
• Provide individual or small group support.

Skills

Behaviour management

Deliver targeted instruction

One-to-one support

Classroom activities

Education

C or above in Maths and English GCSE or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Primary Teaching Assistant – Llanelli, Carmarthen

£425 per week

To apply, you must show right to work in the UK

About the role

Connex Education is partnering with a primary school in Llanelli and surrounding areas to recruit an experienced Teaching Assistant. This role involves supporting the class teacher with behaviour management, delivering targeted instruction, and assisting with a range of classroom activities. You will work closely with pupils to reinforce learning, provide one-to-one support, and contribute to creating a positive and engaging learning environment.

About the school

Our partner school, located in Llanelli, serves a vibrant community of children aged 3–11 within the Rhondda Cynon Taf area. The school promotes a strong ethos grounded in core values, Happiness, Respect, Responsibility, Creativity, Perseverance, and Collaboration.

Assignment details

As a Primary Teaching Assistant, you will work across EYFS, KS1, and KS2, supporting the class teacher with lesson delivery, classroom behaviour management, and providing individual or small group support. You will assist in preparing learning materials, tracking pupil progress, and fostering a positive, inclusive environment. Your role will be key in helping young learners develop essential academic skills while supporting their social and emotional growth.

Benefits of working with Connex Education

• Competitive daily rate.
• PAYE paid weekly.
• Free access to our CPD skills development package, comprising over 24 courses.
• Wellbeing programme and fresher training for life in a 21stcentury classroom.

Person Specification

• Aged 18 and over
• C or above in Maths and English GCSE or equivalent
• DBS on the Update Service or willing to obtain one
• EWC registered

If you are interested, or would like to discuss more opportunities, please apply today.

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.