Teaching assistant

Early Years Teaching Assistant – Abergavenny (NP7 Area) - September start Location: Abergavenny and surrounding NP7 areas Contract Type: Part-time / Flexible opportunities Pay: Weekly pay (competitive rates) Teaching Personnel are working closely with a range of Early Years settings and primary schools in the Abergavenny (NP7) area, who are looking to recruit confident, proactive and reliable Early Years Teaching Assistants. This role is ideal for individuals with experience in Nursery, Reception, or private nursery environments, who are passionate about supporting early development and can bring energy and initiative into the classroom. About the Role Support children across Nursery and Reception settings Deliver and assist with play-based learning and EYFS activities Promote children’s social, emotional and communication development Work 1:1 and with small groups, including children with additional needs Support daily routines including snack time, toileting and transitions Assist with outdoor learning and free-flow play Create a safe, engaging and nurturing environment Work collaboratively with teachers, practitioners and parents What We’re Looking For We’re looking for candidates who are not just supportive, but take initiative and actively contribute to the learning environment. Essential Skills & Experience Experience in Early Years settings or private nurseries Strong understanding of the EYFS framework and child development Ability to support early language, communication and literacy skills Confidence supporting children with ALN/SEN needs Knowledge of safeguarding, health & safety, and hygiene standards Experience with personal care (toileting/nappy changing) Strong teamwork and communication skills Proactive, hands-on approach in a busy environment Highly Desirable Relevant qualifications (e.g. CACHE Level 2/3, NVQ, Childcare diploma) Experience with speech and language development strategies Driving licence and access to a vehicle (advantageous in NP7 area) The Ideal Candidate Caring, enthusiastic and child-centred Confident and calm, able to lead activities when required Reliable, organised and adaptable Holds an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or will need to apply) What We Offer Weekly pay Free CPD including EYFS, Safeguarding and ALN training Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant at Teaching Personnel Long-term roles with clear progression opportunities If you’re passionate about Early Years education and want a role where you can actively shape children’s development while working in a supportive and dynamic environment, we’d love to hear from you. For more information, contact Jess in the Newport Primary team on or 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.