Secondary Teaching Assistant (Unqualified) - Flexible Cover & Long-Term Opportunities Across Rhondda

Teaching Personnel; Wales; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational staffing agency seeks a Secondary Teaching Assistant in Wales to provide classroom support across secondary schools. This role offers flexible cover and the potential for long-term placements. Candidates must be confident drivers with strong communication skills and a passion for helping students. No teaching qualifications are necessary, and the position includes competitive daily pay and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Free accredited training

Dedicated consultant support

Clear progression into long-term roles

Qualifications

• No teaching qualifications required, just enthusiasm.
• Ability to travel across RCT to different schools.
• Experience in youth work, coaching, or care is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers with learning and behaviour management.
• Work 1:1 or in small groups to boost students' confidence.
• Assist with behaviour plans and emotional wellbeing.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to adapt quickly

Patient and approachable

Proactive mindset

Job description

Secondary Teaching Assistant (Unqualified) – Flexible Cover & Long-Term Opportunities Across Rhondda Cynon Taf (RCT)

Pay: £89.38 per day (£13.75/hour) Weekly Pay Immediate Start Available Once Cleared To Work

Are you passionate about education and eager to make a difference in young people’s lives? This Teaching Assistant role offers the perfect balance of flexibility and career progression. You’ll provide day-to-day classroom support across secondary schools in Rhondda Cynon Taf, while also having the chance to secure long-term placements based on performance and school needs.

Why This Role Is Perfect for You

• You drive and have access to your own vehicle, and you’re happy to travel across RCT to different schools.
• You enjoy variety, adapting quickly to new environments and school cultures.
• You care deeply about supporting students’ learning, behaviour, and wellbeing.
• You want hands-on experience across multiple secondary school settings.
• You’re looking to progress into long-term or permanent roles, with clear pathways available.

No teaching qualifications are required — just enthusiasm, strong communication skills, and a commitment to helping students thrive.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting teachers in the classroom with learning and behaviour management.
• Working 1:1 or in small groups to re-engage students and boost confidence.
• Assisting with calm de-escalation and behaviour plans.
• Helping pupils with focus, routines, and emotional wellbeing.
• Travelling across RCT to provide consistent support where it’s needed most.
• Building relationships that could lead to long-term placement opportunities.

What We’re Looking For

• Confident drivers willing to travel daily across RCT.
• Patient, approachable, and calm under pressure.
• Strong communicators with a proactive mindset.
• Reliable and flexible team players.
• Experience in youth work, coaching, care, or similar (school experience a bonus).
• Passionate about making a difference in education.

What You’ll Need (We Can Help You Get These)

• EWC registration (School Learning Support Worker category).
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service.
• Two recent references.

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive daily pay (£89.38/day).
• Free accredited training (safeguarding, behaviour management & more).
• Dedicated consultant support.
• Clear progression into long-term or permanent roles.
• Access to a wide network of secondary schools across RCT.

Apply Now

This is your chance to gain valuable experience, grow your career, and make a real difference in education.
Apply today with your CV and start your journey as a Secondary Teaching Assistant across Rhondda Cynon Taf — with both flexible cover and long-term opportunities waiting for you.

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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.
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