Teaching Assistant

2 hours ago

Newport, United Kingdom Teaching Personnel Full time

Year 2 Teaching Assistant – NP20 Area

Location: NP20
Start Date: January 2026
Contract: Full-Time, Term-Time Only
Daily Rate: £89.38

Join a Supportive School Community and Help Children Thrive

Are you passionate about supporting young learners and helping them grow both academically and emotionally? We are looking for a dedicated Year 2 Teaching Assistant to join a warm and inclusive primary school in the NP20 area. This role is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact at a crucial stage in children’s development.

Key Responsibilities

Provide support to Year 2 pupils across all areas of the curriculum.

Deliver targeted literacy and numeracy interventions (1:1 and small group).

Assist the class teacher with lesson preparation, classroom organisation, and resource setting.

Encourage a positive, inclusive learning environment where every child feels safe and valued.

Promote positive behaviour and contribute to a calm, structured classroom atmosphere.

Work collaboratively with teachers and SEN specialists to support individual learning needs.

✅ What We’re Looking For

A patient, enthusiastic, and proactive individual with a genuine desire to support children.

Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Confidence in behaviour management and following school policies.

Previous classroom experience is desirable but not essential.

An enhanced DBS certificate (or willingness to obtain one).

What You’ll Receive

A welcoming and supportive school team.

Access to ongoing professional development and training opportunities.

The opportunity to make a real difference to children’s progress and wellbeing.

Dedicated support from your consultant throughout your placement.

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.

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