Unqualified teaching assistant & cover supervisor

Job Description

Locations: Merthyr Tydfil, Rhondda Cynon Taf & CaerphillyContract: Full Time & Part Time Roles AvailableStart Date: September 2026Pay: Competitive rates - dependent on experience

Are you passionate about working with children and looking to start or build a career in education?

We are currently recruiting enthusiastic and reliable Unqualified Teaching Assistants and Cover Supervisors to work across a range of Primary, Secondary, and SEN schools throughout Merthyr, Rhondda Cynon Taf, and Caerphilly.

This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who enjoy supporting young people and want to gain valuable classroom experience - no formal teaching qualifications required.

About the RolesTeaching Assistant

• Support pupils across a range of ages and abilities, including those with Additional Learning Needs (ALN).
• Assist teachers with classroom activities and lesson delivery.
• Provide one-to-one and small-group support.
• Help create a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Cover Supervisor

• Deliver pre-planned lessons in the absence of the class teacher.
• Manage classroom behaviour and ensure pupils remain engaged with learning.
• Supervise whole classes independently.
• Support students in completing set work and maintaining a productive classroom environment.

We're looking for individuals who are:

• Confident, adaptable, and enthusiastic about working with children.
• Reliable and able to work in different school settings.
• Strong communicators with good behaviour management skills.
• Patient, supportive, and approachable.
• Experience working with young people is desirable but not essential.
• Welsh speakers are encouraged to apply, though this is not essential.

Requirements

Teaching Personnel can support you in obtaining:

• Education Workforce Council (EWC) Registration
• Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service
• References covering the past two years

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive daily pay rates based on experience
• Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities
• Access to free CPD and online training courses
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent placements

Ready to take the next step in your education career and make a difference in local schools?

Apply now with your CV - we'd love to hear from you! #INDTP

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 'Keepin