Teaching Personnel

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is recruiting a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Cardiff City Centre. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children's learning and development, whether you already have experience in a school or are looking to gain valuable experience within education, we would love to hear from you!

You will work closely with the class teacher to support day-to-day classroom operations and

Qualifications

• DBS check (Enhanced Child Workforce) required
• Registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC) required
• Previous classroom experience desirable but not essential

Responsibilities

• Providing general classroom support to the teacher and pupils.
• Offering additional 1:1 support to children who require extra assistance.
• Encouraging pupils to participate in classroom activities and reach their full potential.
• Supporting positive behaviour and maintaining a productive learning environment.
• Helping children develop their confidence, independence and social skills.

Tools

DBS check

EWC registration

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Primary School

Location: Cardiff Central
Start Date:January 2027
Pay Rate: £92.63 per day
Working Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm
Contract: Full-time, with the potential for a permanent position

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity, or are you considering a rewarding new career in education?

Teaching Personnel is currently recruiting a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Cardiff City Centre.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children's learning and development. Whether you already have experience working in a school or are looking to gain valuable experience within education, we would love to hear from you!

About the Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the class teacher to support the day-to-day running of the classroom and help create a positive, engaging learning environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing general classroom support to the teacher and pupils.
• Offering additional 1:1 support to children who require extra assistance.
• Encouraging pupils to participate in classroom activities and reach their full potential.
• Supporting positive behaviour and maintaining a productive learning environment.
• Helping children develop their confidence, independence and social skills.

You will be joining a passionate and supportive team within a school that is committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive and positive environment for all pupils.

Previous experience working with children is desirable but not essential. The most important qualities are a positive attitude, patience, enthusiasm and a genuine passion for helping children succeed.

What Makes a Successful Teaching Assistant?

We are looking for candidates who:

• Have a confident, friendly and approachable manner.
• Demonstrate good behaviour management skills.
• Can build positive and professional relationships with pupils and staff.
• Are patient, understanding and supportive of children's individual needs.
• Can follow instructions while also using their own initiative when required.
• Have previous experience working with children, either professionally or personally.

Essential Requirements

To be considered for this role, candidates will need:

• An Enhanced Child Workforce DBS (Teaching Personnel can assist with the application process).
• Registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC).

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

When you join Teaching Personnel, you will benefit from:

• Dedicated consultant support: You will have a dedicated consultant with expert knowledge of the Cardiff area to guide you throughout the recruitment process and provide ongoing support.
• Professional development: Access to a range of free and discounted training courses to help develop your skills and enhance your knowledge.
• Career opportunities: Gain valuable experience in local primary schools, with the opportunity to progress into longer-term and permanent pos