Teaching Assistant

Vetro Recruitment; Christchurch; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Training opportunities

Community-focused school

Long-term contract

Job summary

Vetro Recruitment is seeking a dedicated Primary School Teaching Assistant for a full-time role in Newport. This opportunity is ideal for individuals passionate about supporting children in their early years within a welcoming primary school setting.

The successful candidate will join a supportive team committed to fostering an inclusive and positive learning environment for children with diverse needs. You will work closely with the class teacher to tailor activities for learners with

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children in a primary setting, preferably with SEN.
• Strong communication and teamwork with staff, children, and parents.
• Patience, flexibility, and genuine passion for child development.
• Enhanced DBS check or willingness to undergo.

Responsibilities

• Providing general classroom support across the foundation phase.
• Collaborate with class teacher to tailor activities for children with additional learning needs.
• Assist with behaviour management and foster positive pupil relationships.
• Support students academically and socially to reach their potential.
• Contribute to planning and delivery of classroom activities to drive engagement.

Skills

Experience with SEN

Team collaboration

Classroom support

Communication skills

Flexibility

Job description

Job Title: Primary School Teaching Assistant

Location: Newport, South Wales

Salary: Up to £95 per day

Employment Type: Full-time, Long-term

Job Overview

Vetro Recruitment is seeking a dedicated Primary School Teaching Assistant for a full-time role in Newport. This opportunity is ideal for individuals passionate about supporting children in their early years within a welcoming primary school setting. The successful candidate will join a supportive team committed to fostering an inclusive and positive learning environment for children with diverse needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing general classroom support across the foundation phase to promote an inclusive learning environment
• Working in partnership with the class teacher to implement tailored learning activities for children with additional learning needs
• Assisting with behaviour management and fostering positive relationships with pupils
• Supporting children both academically and socially to help them reach their full potential
• Contributing to the planning and delivery of classroom activities to ensure engagement and progress

Requirements & Qualifications

• Relevant experience supporting children within a primary education setting, particularly with SEN or additional learning needs
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with staff, children, and parents
• Flexibility, patience, and a genuine passion for children's development
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to undergo process) and a full UK driving licence (if required by the role)

Benefits & Work Environment

• Competitive daily rate with potential for pay reviews
• Supportive team environment with ongoing training opportunities
• The chance to make a positive impact on children's educational journey in Newport
• Full-time, long-term position in a friendly, community-focused school

Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone