Teaching Assistant Location: NP4 Contract Type: Full Time / Part Time Pay: £89.38 per day Start Date: ASAP or January Teaching Personnel are looking for enthusiastic, motivated individuals to join primary schools in the NP4 area as Unqualified Teaching Assistants. This is an excellent opportunity for anyone looking to begin a rewarding career in education, even if you have no school experience yet. If you’re passionate about working with children, eager to learn, and ready to grow within the education sector — this role is perfect for you. ⭐ About the Role As an Unqualified Teaching Assistant, you will: Support pupils during lessons, classroom activities and small group work. Provide encouragement and guidance to help children stay engaged and succeed. Work closely with teachers and support staff who will help you develop your practice. Build positive relationships with pupils and become a valued part of the school community. Help create a warm, inclusive and structured learning environment. This role gives you hands-on experience and a foundation to progress into SEN support, HLTA roles or even teacher training. ⭐ Who We’re Looking For Ideal for Candidates Who Are: New to education but passionate about working with children. Caring, patient and positive in their approach. Confident communicators with good interpersonal skills. Motivated, reliable and eager to learn. Able to bring energy and enthusiasm to the school day. Requirements: Experience with children (school, coaching, youth work, childcare or personal experience) is helpful but not essential. A DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to apply. ⭐ Why This Is a Perfect Starting Role No teaching qualification required. Full training and support provided through Teaching Personnel. Ideal for career changers, graduates or anyone looking for a meaningful new opportunity. Opportunity to build confidence, skills and long-term employability in education. ⭐ What Teaching Personnel Offer Competitive daily pay of £89.38. Weekly pay via PAYE — no hidden fees. Free CPD courses including SEN Awareness, Safeguarding and Behaviour Support. Clear progression pathways into SEN, pastoral roles or teaching. Support from a dedicated consultant throughout your journey. Long-term roles across 40 partner primary schools. Next Steps Apply today and your consultant will contact you within 24 hours to discuss opportunities in NP4 and surrounding areas. If you would like more information, please contact the Newport Primary team on / 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. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.