Teaching Assistant – Neath Port Talbot Make a difference every day, support young learners in your community! Are you passionate about helping children thrive? We’re seeking a caring and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school team in the Neath Port Talbot area. Location: Neath Port Talbot Start Date: 01/09/2025 Contract: Full Time and Part Time Available Salary: up to £90 per day About the Role: In this vital role, you’ll assist teachers by providing essential classroom support, helping children engage with learning and develop confidence. Whether supporting small groups or assisting individual pupils, you’ll play a key role in fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment. What You’ll Do: Support teaching and learning across various subjects and age groups Help prepare classroom materials and contribute to displays Build positive relationships with pupils, encouraging independence and self-belief Work closely with teaching staff to ensure an organised and welcoming classroom Provide focused support to pupils who need extra help What We’re Looking For: ✅ A patient, approachable, and flexible team player ✅ A genuine passion for supporting children’s education and wellbeing ✅ Good communication skills and a collaborative spirit ✅ Previous experience in a school or childcare setting is beneficial but not essential ✅ Reliable, enthusiastic, and committed to making a difference Why Join Us? ✨ A friendly and welcoming school community in Neath Port Talbot ✨ Opportunities for professional development and training ✨ Gain valuable experience in a rewarding role ✨ Work locally and contribute to your community’s future Ready to support, inspire, and grow with us? Apply now and help shape the next generation in Neath Port Talbot! 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.