Trainee Teaching Assistant - Full-time (Caerphilly)

Trainee Teaching Assistant – Full-time (Caerphilly)
Hourly Rate: £12.90 - £14 per hour

Are you looking to start a rewarding career in education? Teaching Personnel is recruiting for a Trainee Teaching Assistant in the Caerphilly area, starting immediately and running for the remainder of the academic year. This full-time position offers an exciting opportunity to gain valuable experience in the classroom, with the potential for further training and the chance to move into a permanent role in the future. Interviews are taking place within the next two weeks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist students with Additional Learning Needs (ALN), such as Autism and ADHD
• Support students in managing challenging behaviours
• Help students understand and engage with learning tasks
• Read aloud materials to students
• Take direction from the subject teacher to provide classroom support

You will be working with small groups of students in Key Stage 3 (KS3) and Key Stage 4 (KS4), providing tailored support for those with a variety of learning needs. The school is eager to invest in the right candidate, offering training and development to help you grow in the role.

Who Are We Looking For?

• No prior experience as a Teaching Assistant required
• Background in care, support work, or sports coaching with children is highly desirable
• Strong interpersonal skills, patience, and a caring nature
• Passion for supporting students in their learning journey

Essential Requirements:

• A minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) is preferred
• Enhanced DBS check (must be on the Update Service)
• Registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC)
• A passion for education and helping others

Teaching Personnel can assist with DBS and EWC registration if needed.

Why Choose Teaching Personnel? As a leader in educational recruitment, we are dedicated to providing the best support for both our schools and staff. When you work with us, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits:

• Competitive weekly pay via PAYE
• Access to free online courses and discounted CPD opportunities
• A personal, dedicated consultant to guide you throughout your career journey
• Great feedback from schools and long-term placements

If you’re passionate about education and ready to begin your journey, apply today by submitting your CV.

Apply now and start your rewarding career in education with Teaching Personnel!

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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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