Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive Limited.; Ammanford; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE Pay

Flexible Opportunities

Free CPD & Training

Dedicated Consultant

Mobile Availability Management

£100 Refer a Friend Bonus*

Job summary

TeacherActive Limited. is seeking enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to support pupils across Ammanford’s primary schools. Roles include 1:1 support, small‑group activities, and general classroom assistance, with options for part‑time or full‑time schedules and both short‑term and long‑term placements.

Successful candidates will be patient, reliable and committed to fostering a positive learning environment and helping pupils develop confidence and independence under guidance from teachers.

Qualifications

• Caring, patient and approachable.
• Reliable and professional.
• Confident working with children and young people.
• Committed to supporting children's learning and development.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher with lessons and activities.
• Work with individual pupils or small groups.
• Provide 1:1 classroom and learning support.
• Help pupils stay focused and engaged.
• Encourage positive behaviour and routines.
• Support pupils to develop confidence and independence.
• Assist with pupils with additional learning needs.
• Provide pastoral and practical support.
• Help create a positive, inclusive classroom environment.

Skills

Caring, patient and approachable

Reliable and professional

Confident working with children

Positive and encouraging

Able to build relationships with Pup

Comfortable with teachers and staff

Committed to learning and development

Job description

Teaching Assistant – Ammanford Ammanford | Primary Schools | Full-Time & Part-Time | Short & Long-Term Opportunities | Weekly PAYE

Are you looking for your next Teaching Assistant job in Ammanford?

We’re recruiting Teaching Assistants and experienced childcare professionals for a range of opportunities across primary schools in Ammanford.

Whether you’re an experienced Teaching Assistant, a Learning Support Assistant, or have a strong background working with children and young people, we can help you find a role that fits your experience, availability and career goals.

You might be looking for regular work each week, a flexible role around other commitments, or a longer-term school placement where you can become part of a school community.

Teaching Assistant Opportunities in Ammanford

We recruit for a variety of classroom-based positions across primary schools, with opportunities varying according to school requirements and candidate experience.

Available roles may include:

• Full-time Teaching Assistant positions
• Part-time Teaching Assistant and Learning Support Assistant roles
• Regular weekly work
• Short-term and long-term school placements
• 1:1 pupil support
• Small-group learning and intervention support
• Classroom and learning support
• Pastoral and behavioural support
• Support for pupils with additional learning needs

Your Experience Could Transfer to the Classroom

You don’t necessarily need previous experience as a Teaching Assistant to apply.

Experience working with children and young people in other settings can provide valuable transferable skills. This could include experience in:

• Schools
• Nurseries and childcare
• Youth work
• Sports and coaching
• Residential or support work
• Mentoring
• Tutoring
• Volunteering
• Community-based roles

We’re looking for candidates who are:

• Caring, patient and approachable
• Reliable and professional
• Confident working with children and young people
• Positive and encouraging
• Able to build positive relationships with pupils
• Comfortable working alongside teachers and other school staff
• Committed to supporting children's learning and development

What Could You Be Doing?

As a Teaching Assistant, you’ll help pupils get the most from their time in school by providing practical, educational and pastoral support.

• Supporting the class teacher with lessons and activities
• Working with individual pupils or small groups
• Providing 1:1 classroom and learning support
• Helping pupils stay focused and engaged
• Encouraging positive behaviour and classroom routines
• Supporting pupils to develop confidence and independence
• Helping pupils with additional learning needs
• Providing pastoral and practical support
• Helping create a positive, inclusive and welcoming classroom environment

Every school and pupil is different, so your day-to-day responsibilities will depend on the placement.

Support That Works Around You

We want your experience with us to be straightforward, flexible and supportive.

As part of our education recruitment team, you’ll have access to:

• Weekly PAYE Pay
• Flexible Opportunities
• Free CPD & Training
• Dedicated Consultant
• Mobile Availability Management
• £100 Refer a Friend Bonus*

*Terms and conditions apply to the £100 Refer a Friend bonus.

Teaching Assistant Jobs Across Ammanford

If you’re searching for Teaching Assistant jobs in Ammanford, Learning Support Assistant jobs, classroom support roles or flexible work in primary schools, we’d be happy to hear from you.

Whether you’re actively looking for your next role or simply want to find out what opportunities are available, we’re happy to have an informal conversation about your options.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.