Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive Limited.; Llandybie; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE Pay

£100 Refer a Friend Bonus

Free CPD & Training

Dedicated Consultant

Job summary

TeacherActive Limited. is recruiting Teaching Assistants for primary schools in Ammanford, Wales. Roles include full-time, part-time, regular weekly work, and short- to long-term placements. We welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds who can support pupils and contribute to a positive classroom environment.

You’ll be supported by a dedicated consultant and have access to weekly PAYE payments, DBS/compliance support, and opportunities across schools, including pastoral and behavioural support.

Qualifications

• Experience with children and young people can provide valuable transferable skills.
• You don’t necessarily need previous experience as a Teaching Assistant to apply.

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 classroom routines.
• Support pupils to develop confidence and independence.
• Assist with pupils with additional learning needs.
• Provide pastoral and practical support.

Skills

transferable skills

patient and approachable

reliable and professional

confident with children

Job description

Wales/ temporary / £85.50 - 85.50 per day

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
• Small-group learning and intervention support
• Classroom and learning support
• Pastoral and behavioural support
• Support for pupils with additional learning needs

Before putting you forward for a role, we’ll take the time to understand your experience, availability and what you’re looking for.

You’ll also have a dedicated consultant available to support you throughout your placement.

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
• 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.

Depending on the role, your responsibilities could include:

• 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

Get paid weekly through PAYE, with your tax and payroll deductions managed for you.

Access full-time, part-time, short-term and longer-term Teaching Assistant opportunities, depending on current vacancies and your availability.

Free CPD & Training

Build your skills and develop your education experience through professional development opportunities available via MyProgression.

Dedicated Consultant

You’ll have a named consultant who understands your requirements and can support you throughout your education recruitment journey.

Mobile Availability Management

Update your availability quickly and easily through our mobile app.

£100 Refer a Friend Bonus*

Know someone who could be a great fit for an education role? Refer them and you could receive a £100 bonus, subject to the relevant qualifying criteria.

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.

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

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.