Teaching Assistant

Exciting Teaching Assistant Opportunity in Blackwood!

Location: Blackwood, NP12
Position: Full-Time, Term-Time Only
Pay: £83.85 per day

Do you have a passion for working with young children and helping them thrive in a fun, supportive environment? If so, we’d love for you to join our team as a Teaching Assistant!

Why This Role?

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in children's lives while gaining valuable experience in education. Whether you're an experienced childcare professional or just starting your journey, we provide the support you need to succeed.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking an enthusiastic, caring, and dedicated individual who:
✅ Has a genuine love for working with children.
✅ Can support and engage young learners in their daily activities.
✅ Works well as part of a team and has great communication skills.
✅ Is proactive, patient, and eager to make a difference.

About Us

We are committed to creating an inclusive, nurturing, and inspiring learning environment. Our staff are passionate about fostering children's growth, and we’re looking for a like-minded individual to help us continue this mission!

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting with the daily care and education of children.
• Supporting planned activities that promote learning and development.
• Ensuring the safety and well-being of all children.
• Building positive relationships with children, parents, and staff.

Requirements

While experience in childcare or education is desirable, it’s not essential—we value passion and dedication!
✔ A friendly, patient, and nurturing attitude.
✔ Relevant childcare qualifications or certifications (preferred).
✔ A DBS check (Child Workforce Only) registered on the Update Service.
✔ Registration with the Education Workforce Council.
✔ The legal right to work in the UK.

Need help obtaining the required checks? We can guide you through the process!

Why Join Us?

✅ A supportive and welcoming team.
✅ The opportunity to make a real impact in children’s lives.
✅ A stepping stone into a rewarding career in education.

How to Apply

If this sounds like the perfect role for you, send your CV to rebecca.pinnell@teachingpersonnel.com today!

Start your journey with us and make a difference!

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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