Teaching Assistant

Are you a qualified Teaching Assistant?

Do you have experience supporting learning within classrooms?

Are you a collaborative and proactive team member?

About the School

TeacherActive is delighted to partner with a highly regarded Primary School in Treorchy. The school is well-known throughout South Wales for its pupil's academic achievements and the high standards maintained for both staff and learners.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Teaching Assistant (TA) for a long-term position supporting children in Key Stage 1 (KS1). This role is ideal for an experienced Teaching Assistant who can confidently support classroom activities independently, while working closely with the class teacher to create a positive and engaging learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support children both in small groups and whole-class settings
• Take initiative to manage classroom situations independently
• Collaborate with the class teacher to enhance pupils’ learning experiences

Person Specification

The successful candidate will possess:

• A minimum Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or at least six months’ experience working with children in an educational setting
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• The ability to work effectively with minimal supervision
• Strong teamwork skills and a genuine commitment to contributing to the school community
• A proactive approach to managing and responding to classroom needs
• A passion for supporting and encouraging children’s learning and development

What We Offer

• A dedicated team of consultants to support you throughout the onboarding process
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme *Terms and conditions apply*
• Access to CPD courses and certification via the My-Progression platform
• Competitive, market-leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – earn up to £100 for referring a friend *Terms and conditions apply*

All staff are employed on a PAYE basis, ensuring correct deduction of Tax and National Insurance contributions.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this Teaching Assistant role, please click ‘APPLY NOW’ . We look forward to discussing this exciting opportunity with you.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

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.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.

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