Job Description
Are you passionate about supporting children in their learning and development? We are currently seeking dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to join a range of welcoming and inclusive schools across the Penarth area.
Position: Teaching Assistant
Location: Penarth and surrounding areas
Job Type: Full-time and part-time roles available (term time only)
Start Date: Ongoing opportunities
About the Role:
As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in the classroom, providing one-to-one and group support to pupils under the direction of the class teacher. Whether you’re assisting with literacy and numeracy interventions, helping children with additional learning needs, or simply offering encouragement and reassurance, your contribution will make a real difference.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Support teaching and learning activities in the classroom
2. Work with individual pupils or small groups
3. Assist with the preparation of resources and classroom materials
4. Promote positive behaviour and inclusion
5. Help monitor student progress and provide feedback to teachers
What We’re Looking For:
6. Previous experience working with children (in schools or similar settings)
7. A positive, patient, and flexible attitude
8. Strong communication and interpersonal skills
9. A genuine interest in education and child development
10. Relevant qualifications (e.g. CACHE Level 2/3, or equivalent) – desirable but not essential
Benefits:
11. Competitive daily rates
12. Flexible working to suit your lifestyle
13. Supportive schools and welcoming staff teams
14. Opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience
15. Ongoing training and professional development
Interested?
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and would love to work in supportive schools in the Penarth area, we’d love to hear from you!
What New Directions Education Ltd offers:
16. A dedicated and expert Account Manager
17. Regular and varied supply work
18. Competitive rates of pay
19. Potential long-term roles
20. Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
21. A network of branches across the UK
22. One of the preferred suppliers to all 22 local authorities in Wales under the All Wales Framework Agreement
23. We are the major teaching supply agency for Welsh speaking teachers across Wales
24. Recommend-a-friend scheme
25. Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry
We are fully committed to the protection of children and vulnerable adults. All applicants must undertake a full enhanced DBS (formerly CRB) check.
Please select Apply Now to enquire about this job vacancy with New Directions Education Ltd, Cardiff West branch.
New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.