Teaching Assistant Primary

Connex Education; Swansea; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Primary Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Neath Port Talbot. In this rewarding role, you will support the class teacher in delivering lessons, managing classroom behaviour, and providing one-on-one assistance to students. Your contributions will be vital in fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment, helping young learners develop essential skills for their academic and social-emotional growth. Join a team that values professional development and offers a nurturing atmosphere where every child can thrive.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

PAYE paid weekly

Free access to CPD skills development package

Wellbeing programme

Fresher training for modern classrooms

Qualifications

• Must be aged 18 or over.
• C or above in Maths and English GCSE or equivalent.
• DBS on the Update Service or willing to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Support class teacher with lesson delivery and behaviour management.
• Provide individual or small group support to pupils.
• Assist in preparing learning materials and monitoring pupil progress.

Skills

Behaviour Management

One-on-One Support

Classroom Activities Assistance

Lesson Delivery Support

Monitoring Pupil Progress

Education

GCSE in Maths

GCSE in English

Tools

DBS Check

Job description

Primary Teaching Assistant

Swansea/Neath Port Talbot

£425 per week

To apply, you must show right to work in the UK

About the role

Connex Education is partnering with a Primary school in Neath Port Talbot to recruit an experienced Teaching Assistant. You will be supporting the class teacher with behaviour management, providing additional instruction, and assisting with classroom activities. You should be able to work closely with pupils to reinforce learning, offer one-on-one support, and ensuring a positive learning environment.

About the school

Our partner School is a warm, welcoming, and inclusive primary school at the heart of the local community. The school pride ours themselves on providing a safe and nurturing environment where every child is encouraged to grow, learn, and thrive.

Assignment details

A primary teaching assistant you will be working across EYFS, KS1 and KS2. You will support the class teacher by helping with lesson delivery, managing classroom behaviour, and providing individual or small group support to pupils. You will assist in preparing learning materials, monitoring pupil progress, and creating a positive, inclusive environment. Your role is essential in helping young learners develop foundational skills, supporting both academic and social-emotional growth.

Benefits of working with Connex Education

• Competitive daily rate.
• PAYE paid weekly.
• Free access to our CPD skills development package, comprising over 24 courses.
• Wellbeing programme and fresher training for life in a 21^stcentury classroom.

Person Specification

• Aged 18 and over
• C or above in Maths and English GCSE or equivalent
• DBS on the Update Service or willing to obtain one
• EWC registered

If you are interested, or would like to discuss more opportunities, please apply today.

Protected characteristics statement

All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including a DBS check. All appointments will be made subject to a DBS check. Connex Education Partnership is committed to a policy of equal opportunities. We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status, or disability. Everyone is assessed on merit alone. Pay rate is dependent on qualification and experience.

Connex Education Partnership is an employment agency and employment business.