Interventions Teaching Assistant

Join Our Team as an Interventions Teaching Assistant – Starting April 2025
Location: Newport, South Wales
Hours: Monday to Friday | 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Pay: Minimum £89 per day (£12.90+ per hour)
Start Date: April 2025

Are you passionate about making a difference in a child’s education? Do you have the patience, resilience, and dedication to support pupils with Additional Learning Needs (ALN) and behavioural challenges?

Teaching Personnel is proud to partner with a welcoming and supportive primary school in Newport that’s seeking an Interventions Teaching Assistant to join their team in April 2025. This is a highly rewarding opportunity to support children 1:1 and in small groups, helping to unlock their full potential both academically and emotionally.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Deliver targeted support to pupils with ALN and behavioural needs, both 1:1 and in small groups.

• Assist in developing literacy and numeracy skills through engaging and personalized learning approaches.

• Promote a positive and inclusive learning environment where every child feels supported.

• Collaborate with class teachers, SENCOs, and fellow support staff to deliver consistent, impactful interventions.

• Build strong, trusting relationships with students, parents, and staff.

• Adapt to the evolving needs of the classroom, using initiative and flexibility throughout the school day.

• Ensure the safeguarding and welfare of all pupils in your care.

What We’re Looking For:

• Registered with the EWC (Education Workforce Council) – or willing to register.

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (Child Workforce) – support with application available.

• Able to provide 2 professional references covering the last 24 months.

• A calm, proactive, and resilient individual who thrives in a dynamic environment.

• Previous experience supporting ALN, behavioural needs, or working in educational settings is highly desirable.

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive daily rates starting from £89 (paid weekly).

• Ongoing CPD and training opportunities to support your professional growth.

• Access to a dedicated consultant who will match you to the right school and role.

• Opportunities for long-term placements and permanent contracts.

• Be part of a community that truly values support staff and the difference they make.

Whether you're an experienced teaching assistant or looking to kickstart your career in education, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply today and make a meaningful impact in the lives of young learners across Newport.

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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.
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