Teaching Assistant

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

Job summary

A leading education organization in Swansea is seeking a Primary School Teaching Assistant dedicated to making a real difference in children's lives. This full-time role involves supporting students' learning and development in a nurturing classroom environment, collaborating with teachers, and building strong relationships with children to help them succeed.

Benefits

Free child protection training

Support with DBS check

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications are desirable but not essential.
• Patient, calm, and understanding nature.
• Experience in educational background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to students.
• Work closely with teachers to create a supportive classroom environment.
• Communicate effectively with parents and carers.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Creativity

Education

CACHE Level 2/3

Teaching Assistant Diploma

Job description

Primary School Teaching Assistant

Job type : Full Time(usual working hours Mon-Fri 8:30am – 3:30pm)

Daily Rate: £89.38per day

Job Title: Teaching Assistant

Location: Swansea

Full UK Driving License preferred but not essential

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children? We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our supportive team. This role is ideal for someone who is patient, empathetic, and committed to helping children overcome barriers to learning in a nurturing and structured environment.

We are looking for a Primary School Teaching Assistants who is committed to creating a positive, nurturing, and engaging environment for young students. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to educate, encourage their creativity, and help them build the skills they need to succeed both in and outside the classroom.

Your Role:

As a Teaching Assistant, you’ll be responsible for Preparing and assisting the Teacher, and Independently taking groups of children to complete activities, whilst helping with tasks within the classroom. You will provide a caring and inclusive atmosphere where every child feels safe, valued, and excited to learn.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Provide tailored support to students, helping them to engage in learning and build confidence.
• Work closely with teachers to create a supportive classroom environment.
• Foster strong relationships with students, providing a listening ear and a consistent, reassuring presence.
• Support students in small group settings or on a one-to-one basis, as required.
• Assisting, fun, and educational lessons across all subjects
• Supporting the social, emotional, and academic development of each child
• Supporting a stimulating classroom environment where children are encouraged to explore and grow
• Communicating effectively with parents and carers to support student progress, when needed

Requirements:

• A patient, calm, and understanding nature, with the ability to build trust with students.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work flexibly and adapt to different situations.
• Relevant qualifications are desirable but not essential (e.g., CACHE Level 2/3, Teaching Assistant Diploma)
• Enthusiastic, creative, and passionate about teaching young children.
• Experienced in educational background preferred but not essential.
• Patient, caring, and able to nurture the potential of every student.
• A positive role model who can build strong relationships with children, staff, and parents.
• A team player who is open to new ideas and enjoys collaborating with others.

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’ this 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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