Secondary teaching assistants wanted - cardiff

Job Description

Secondary Teaching Assistants Wanted – Cardiff

Flexible Work | Competitive Daily Pay | Immediate Start | September Availability 

Are you a motivated and adaptable Teaching Assistant looking for flexible work across Cardiff? We are currently seeking reliable Secondary Teaching Assistants who are happy to travel across the city and support a range of schools on both short-term and long-term assignments.

The Role

As a Secondary Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support teachers in delivering lessons across KS3 and KS4
• Work with small groups or on a 1:1 basis to support learning and behaviour
• Help manage classroom behaviour and maintain a positive learning environment
• Support students with Additional Learning Needs (ALN), including ASD, ADHD, and SEMH
• Assist in creating an inclusive and engaging classroom experience

Why Join Us?

• Flexible working to suit your schedule
• Opportunities across a wide network of Cardiff secondary schools
• Variety of roles including day-to-day supply and long-term placements
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placements
• Excellent experience for those considering a future in teaching

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience working with young people (school, youth work, coaching, etc.)
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills
• A proactive, adaptable, and professional attitude
• Willingness to travel across Cardiff for different placements
• A genuine passion for supporting students and making a difference

Ideal Candidate

You’ll stand out if you:

• Build strong relationships quickly with students and staff
• Thrive in fast-paced, varied environments
• Are confident supporting behaviour and engaging disengaged learners
• Are reliable, punctual, and committed

Additional Benefits

• Weekly pay (PAYE)
• Access to CPD training and safeguarding courses
• Opportunity to progress into Cover Supervisor or Teacher roles
• Holiday pay and pension contributions

Apply Today

If you're ready to gain valuable experience, make an impact in schools, and work flexibly across Cardiff, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now to join our growing network of Secondary Teaching Assistants.

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.