Teaching Assistant

Description

KS1 Teaching Assistant – Newport

Location: Newport, NP19

Start Date: October 2026 / ASAP

Pay: From £92.63 per day

Hours: Monday-Friday | Full-time and Part-time Opportunities

KS1 Teaching Assistant – Immediate and Autumn Term Starts

Are you looking for a rewarding Teaching Assistant role in Newport?

Teaching Personnel is recruiting KS1 Teaching Assistants to work within welcoming primary schools across Newport. We have opportunities available for experienced Teaching Assistants, as well as individuals with relevant experience working with children who are looking to build a career within education.

You will work alongside class teachers to support pupils across Key Stage 1 (Years 1-2), helping them engage with their learning, develop confidence and achieve their full potential.

The Role

Depending on the school and placement, your responsibilities may include:

Supporting pupils on a 1:1, small group or whole-class basis

Assisting with literacy, numeracy and phonics activities

Supporting pupils with Additional Learning Needs (ALN)

Working with children with ASC, ADHD, SEMH or speech and language needs

Helping pupils remain engaged and focused during lessons

Supporting positive behaviour and classroom routines

Encouraging children's independence, confidence and social development

Working closely with teachers and support staff to meet individual learning needs

Assisting with classroom preparation and learning resources

Promoting a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment

Who We're Looking For

We would love to hear from you if you:

Have experience working with children or young people

Are patient, nurturing, reliable and enthusiastic

Can build positive relationships with primary-aged pupils

Are confident working as part of a team

Have a genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development

Previous school experience is advantageous but not essential. We also welcome applications from:

Youth Workers

Sports Coaches

Childcare Practitioners

Nursery Practitioners

Care Workers

Graduates looking to gain school-based experience

Requirements

Successful applicants will need:

EWC registration, or willingness to register

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

Two professional references covering the past two years

Relevant experience working with children or young people

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

Pay from £92.63 per day

Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities

Access to a variety of local primary schools across Newport

Free CPD and professional development courses

Support from a dedicated education recruitment consultant

Opportunities for long-term, short-term and permanent roles

Weekly pay through PAYE

Schools are recruiting now for Autumn Term and upcoming roles, so we're speaking with candidates immediately to secure suitable placements.

If you're looking for your next Teaching Assistant, KS1 Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Classroom Assistant or ALN Support role in Newport, apply today with an up-to-date CV and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss suitable opportunities.

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. xjnqpsq Full assistance provided.

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