Welsh Teaching Assistant

Welsh-Speaking Teaching Assistant Job in Newport - Immediate Start | £13.75/hr+

Job Title: Teaching Assistant
Sector: Welsh Secondary Education
Location: Newport, Wales
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Pay: From £13.75 per hour
Start Date: ASAP

Teaching Personnel is looking for fluent Welsh-speaking Teaching Assistants in or around Newport to join secondary schools across the area. If you're passionate about education and eager to make a positive impact in students' lives, we want to hear from you!

Whether you're new to the education sector or have prior experience, this is a fantastic opportunity to work within a supportive team and gain valuable skills. No prior school experience is required as full training will be provided.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide emotional support to students, helping them develop their personal and social skills

• Foster a positive, inclusive, and encouraging learning environment

• Follow the school’s safeguarding policies and ensure students’ well-being

• Collaborate with teachers and fellow Teaching Assistants to create a supportive classroom atmosphere

• Adapt to changing classroom dynamics and student needs

Job Requirements:

• Fluent Welsh speaker (essential)

• Right to work in the UK

• Enhanced Child Only DBS Certificate (we will assist you in obtaining one)

• Registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC)

• Two professional references covering the past 24 months

• Level 2 Safeguarding certification (Training provided by Teaching Personnel)

Why Choose Teaching Personnel?

• Full training and development opportunities, including Level 2 Safeguarding and other CPD courses such as Autism Awareness, Team Teach Behaviour Management, and more.

• No prior school experience needed—learn on the job with comprehensive support and guidance.

• Competitive pay from £12.90 per hour with the potential for more depending on experience.

How to Apply:

If you're ready to make a difference in students' lives and have the required Welsh language skills, apply now by clicking the link below. For more information, contact the Newport Secondary Team at Teaching Personnel or call our Cardiff office.

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.
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