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Teaching Assistant New


Teaching Personnel

£14.25 - 14.25 per hour

Swansea

Temporary | Full Time

04/08/2026

No

£14.25 per hour ⏰ Monday to Friday | 8:30am - 3:30pm | Term Time Only

Are you passionate about supporting children to achieve their very best? ✨

A welcoming and supportive secondary school in Carmarthenshire is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young learners while working alongside experienced education professionals in a positive school environment.

Whether you have previous classroom experience or are looking to begin a rewarding career in education, we would love to hear from you.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

✅ Support pupils with their learning and development throughout the school day

✅ Work closely with class teachers to deliver engaging lessons and activities

✅ Provide support on a 1:1 basis and within small group settings

✅ Assist pupils with Additional Learning Needs (ALN) where required

✅ Encourage positive behaviour, confidence and wellbeing

✅ Help create a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment

✅ Support children to reach their full academic and social potential

Minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade C / Grade 4 or above, including:

• English Language

• Mathematics

Enhanced DBS Certificate registered on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one

Registered with the Education Workforce Council (EWC), or willing to register

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

A genuine passion for supporting children and young people

Reliable, proactive and adaptable approach to work

Level 2 or Level 3 Supporting Teaching & Learning Qualification

CACHE Level 2 or Level 3 Qualification

Degree in Education, Psychology, Childhood Studies or a related subject

Previous experience within schools, nurseries, childcare settings, youth work, coaching or support roles

Experience supporting pupils with ALN, ASD, ADHD or behavioural needs

Team Teach or other behaviour management training

Safeguarding training

Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle (preferred)

A friendly and welcoming school community

Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

‍ A supportive leadership team and experienced staff

The chance to make a meaningful impact on children's education

A positive and inclusive working environment

Opportunities for career progression within education

If you are committed to helping children thrive and are looking for a rewarding Teaching Assistant position in Carmarthenshire, we'd love to hear from you.

Submit your application today and take the next step in your education career.

Support, Inspire, Achieve | £14.25 Per Hour | ⏰ No Weekends | Make a Difference Every Day

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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