Teaching Assistant

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Nursery Teaching Assistant to join a vibrant nursery team in Cardiff. This role is perfect for someone who is patient, positive, and loves working with young children. You'll be supporting curious little minds through engaging activities, creating a joyful learning environment, and collaborating with teachers. With flexible working hours and a dedicated consultant to assist you, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in children's lives. Join us in making learning magical for little ones!

Benefits

Dedicated Consultant

Regular Feedback

Easy Scheduling

£50 Referral Bonus

Free Level 2 Safeguarding Course

Flexible Working

Access to Teaching Personnel App

Qualifications

• Experience working with children aged 3-4 is beneficial but not essential.
• A positive attitude and a love for early years education are key.

Responsibilities

• Support children in classroom activities and creative play.
• Supervise playtime and ensure a safe environment.

Skills

Patience

Positivity

Playfulness

Team Spirit

Passion for Early Years Learning

Education

Enhanced DBS (Child Workforce)

EWC Registration

Job description

Job Description

Nursery Teaching Assistant Wanted!

Location: CF24 – Central Cardiff

Start Date: After Easter Half Term

Pay: £89.38 per day

Roles: Full-Time & Part-Time Roles Available

Do you have a big smile, a kind heart, and love the sound of laughter and learning? We’re looking for a Nursery Teaching Assistant to join a fun, friendly nursery team right in the heart of Cardiff!

Whether you're after full-time vibes or a part-time gig, this could be your perfect fit.

What You'll Be Doing:

1. Supporting curious little minds aged 3–4
2. Helping with classroom activities & creative play
3. Getting hands-on with painting, puzzles, and playdough
4. Teaming up with teachers and other TAs
5. Offering one-on-one or small group support
6. Supervising during playtime and keeping things safe
7. Creating a happy, engaging environment every day

We’re Looking For:

• Patience, positivity, and playfulness
• Confidence and a love for working with little ones
• A team spirit and a “let’s do this!” attitude
• Passion for early years learning
• Experience is great, but not essential!

What you’ll need before starting:

• Enhanced DBS (Child Workforce)
• EWC Registration (or willingness to register)

Why work for Teaching Personnel?

• Dedicated Consultant – Your personal job-finding guru who knows Cardiff inside-out
• Regular Feedback – Helping you grow and glow in your role
• Easy Scheduling – Manage your availability and diary via our user-friendly app
• £50 Referral Bonus – Know someone perfect for this? Send them our way!
• Free Level 2 Safeguarding Course
• Flexible Working – Choose hours that work for you
• Access to the Teaching Personnel App

Ready to jump in? Send us your CV or give us a ring on (phone number removed) – we’d love to hear from you!

Let’s make learning magical for little ones—together! 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’ which 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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