Unqualified Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Caldicot; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is recruiting an Unqualified Teaching Assistant to start in September in the NP26 (Caldicot) area. You will support teachers, help pupils with learning, and gain classroom experience in Primary schools.

No previous school-based experience is required. The role offers daily pay of £92.63 and opportunities for long-term and permanent placements within local schools, with safeguarding and training provided.

Qualifications

• No prior school-based experience required.
• Willingness to learn and develop classroom skills.
• Able to follow guidance and support pupils.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with delivering lessons and activities.
• Support pupils one-to-one and in small groups.
• Encourage positive behaviour and inclusivity.
• Help prepare learning resources and materials.
• Support pupils' social and emotional development.

Skills

Child support

Classroom assistance

Teamwork

Job description

Unqualified Teaching Assistant - September Start
Location: NP26 (Caldicot)
Start Date: September 2026
Pay: £92.63 per day Teaching Personnel is recruiting enthusiastic and motivated Unqualified Teaching Assistants to work in Primary Schools across the NP26 (Caldicot) area from September. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are interested in starting a career in education and gaining valuable classroom experience. No previous school-based experience is required. You will join supportive school environments where you'll assist teachers, support pupils' learning and development, and build the skills needed for a rewarding career within education.

About the Role

• Support teachers in delivering engaging lessons and classroom activities.
• Work with pupils on a one-to-one basis and in small groups to support learning.
• Encourage positive behaviour and help create an inclusive learning environment.
• Assist pupils with their academic, social and emotional development.
• Help prepare learning resources and classroom materials.
• Gain hands-on experience in a school setting while developing key educational skills.

The Ideal Candidate

We're looking for someone who is:

• Interested in pursuing a career in education.
• Positive, enthusiastic and eager to learn.
• Confident communicating with children and adults.
• Patient, caring and approachable.
• Reliable, flexible and committed to supporting pupils.
• Able to follow guidance and work effectively as part of a team.

Previous experience working with children, in customer service, coaching, care, youth work or similar settings is beneficial but not essential. A positive attitude, strong work ethic and willingness to learn are the most important qualities for this role.

What Teaching Personnel Offers

• Competitive daily pay from £92.63.
• Free safeguarding, behaviour management and educational CPD training.
• Dedicated support from the Newport Primary team.
• Opportunities to gain valuable classroom experience and develop your career.
• Long-term and permanent opportunities within local schools.
• A rewarding role where you can make a positive impact on pupils' lives every day.

Our Vetting Process

Safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do. Before any educator can begin working through Teaching Personnel, they must successfully complete our comprehensive vetting process. This includes an Enhanced DBS check, Education Workforce Council (EWC) registration, safeguarding training, employment references covering the last two years, right to work checks and all mandatory compliance requirements. Candidates who do not complete every stage of the vetting process will not be cleared to work. If you're looking to take your first step into education and gain valuable experience within a supportive school environment, we'd love to hear from you.