1:1 Teaching Assistant

Description:

We are working with a large, welcoming primary school in the CF24 area that is looking to appoint a dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join their team immediately. This is a full-time position for the entire academic year, making it an excellent opportunity for someone seeking consistency and the chance to make a real difference in a child's educational journey.

The school is known for its friendly atmosphere, high standards, and supportive staff team. With excellent public transport links and on-site parking available, it is easily accessible for candidates travelling from across Cardiff.

The Role

You will be working on a 1:1 basis with a pupil with Additional Learning Needs (ALN), providing tailored support throughout the school day. The successful candidate will help create a positive learning environment, encourage engagement, and support both academic and emotional development.  You will be working outside of the classroom in a quiet and calm space.

We're Looking For Someone Who Is:

✅ Outgoing and able to build positive relationships
✅ Calm, patient, and nurturing in their approach
✅ Supportive and encouraging at all times
✅ Driven and passionate about education as a long-term career
✅ Reliable and able to commit for the full academic year
✅ Confident working closely with children and young people

Requirements

Previous experience working with children is essential, whether in a school, childcare, youth work, coaching, care, or similar setting.
Experience supporting children with ALN is desirable but not essential.
A genuine passion for helping children succeed and thrive.

What You'll Gain

The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a child's educational experience.
Experience within a highly regarded and supportive primary school.
Ongoing support from an experienced school staff team.
Valuable experience for those pursuing a future career in education.
If you're enthusiastic, committed, and ready to start immediately, we'd love to hear from you.

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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