1:1 Teaching Assistant - Newport Location: Newport Hours: Full-time, Monday - Friday (8:30am - 3:30pm) Pay: £92.95 per day Start Date: 13th April 2026 We are currently recruiting for a committed and proactive 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Newport. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting young learners and making a meaningful impact in the classroom. In this role, you will provide tailored, one-to-one support to a pupil, helping them access learning, build confidence, and thrive in a positive and inclusive school environment. Working closely with the class teacher, you will support the delivery of structured activities and contribute to a nurturing classroom atmosphere. - Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils, staff, and parents Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils, staff, and parents - Provide 1:1 support, encouraging engagement and confidence in learning Provide 1:1 support, encouraging engagement and confidence in learning - Assist with classroom activities and daily routines Assist with classroom activities and daily routines - Support effective behaviour management strategies Support effective behaviour management strategies - Offer emotional support where needed Offer emotional support where needed - Contribute to a calm, inclusive, and supportive learning environment Contribute to a calm, inclusive, and supportive learning environment We are looking for someone who is: - Compassionate, patient, and motivated Compassionate, patient, and motivated - Experienced in working with children Experienced in working with children - Confident supporting pupils with additional needs Confident supporting pupils with additional needs - A strong communicator who works well as part of a team A strong communicator who works well as part of a team - Child Only DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one) Child Only DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one) - Registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC) (support provided) Registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC) (support provided) - Two professional references covering the past 24 months Two professional references covering the past 24 months - Strong communication and interpersonal skills Strong communication and interpersonal skills This primary school offers a supportive and inclusive environment where both pupils and staff are encouraged to succeed. With a strong focus on wellbeing, engagement, and development, the school provides a welcoming atmosphere from day one. Recent ESTYN feedback highlights a thriving and collaborative learning community. We specialise in connecting talented individuals with rewarding opportunities in education. We provide ongoing support to help you succeed and grow throughout your placement. If you are passionate about supporting children and ready to take the next step in your education career, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your most up-to-date CV to be considered.Additional Information: - All applicants must have the appropriate qualifications and training for this role All applicants must have the appropriate qualifications and training for this role - Pay rates include 12.07% statutory holiday pay. Pay rates include 12.07% statutory holiday pay. - This is a temporary position, with potential for permanent opportunities. This is a temporary position, with potential for permanent opportunities. - We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will undergo checks in line with DfE guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, which may include online searches. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will undergo checks in line with DfE guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, which may include online searches. - All candidates must hold or be willing to obtain a valid Enhanced DBS check, with full support provided. All candidates must hold or be willing to obtain a valid Enhanced DBS check, with full support provided. - FREE Child Protection and Prevent Duty training is available to all registered candidates. FREE Child Protection and Prevent Duty training is available to all registered candidates.