Teaching Assistant

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Teaching Assistant – Carmarthenshire

Carmarthenshire | Primary Schools | Full-Time & Part-Time | Short & Long-Term Opportunities | Weekly PAYE

Are you looking for your next Teaching Assistant job in Carmarthenshire?

We’re recruiting Teaching Assistants and experienced childcare professionals for a range of opportunities across primary schools in Carmarthenshire.

Whether you’re an experienced Teaching Assistant, a Learning Support Assistant, or have a strong background working with children and young people, we can help you find a role that fits your experience, availability and career goals.

You might be looking for regular work each week, a flexible role around other commitments, or a longer-term school placement where you can become part of a school community.

Teaching Assistant Opportunities in Carmarthenshire

We recruit for a variety of classroom-based positions across primary schools, with opportunities varying according to school requirements and candidate experience.

Available roles may include:

Full-time Teaching Assistant positions
Part-time Teaching Assistant and Learning Support Assistant roles
Regular weekly work
Short-term and long-term school placements
1:1 pupil support
Small-group learning and intervention support
Classroom and learning support
Pastoral and behavioural support
Support for pupils with additional learning needs
Before putting you forward for a role, we’ll take the time to understand your experience, availability and what you’re looking for.

You’ll also have a dedicated consultant available to support you throughout your placement.

Your Experience Could Transfer to the Classroom

You don’t necessarily need previous experience as a Teaching Assistant to apply.

Experience working with children and young people in other settings can provide valuable transferable skills. This could include experience in:

Schools
Nurseries and childcare
Youth work
Sports and coaching
Residential or support work
Mentoring
Tutoring
Volunteering
Community-based roles
We’re looking for candidates who are:

Caring, patient and approachable
Reliable and professional
Confident working with children and young people
Positive and encouraging
Able to build positive relationships with pupils
Comfortable working alongside teachers and other school staff
Committed to supporting children's learning and development

What Could You Be Doing?

As a Teaching Assistant, you’ll help pupils get the most from their time in school by providing practical, educational and pastoral support.

Depending on the role, your responsibilities could include:

Supporting the class teacher with lessons and activities
Working with individual pupils or small groups
Providing 1:1 classroom and learning support
Helping pupils stay focused and engaged
Encouraging positive behaviour and classroom routines
Supporting pupils to develop confidence and independence
Helping pupils with additional learning needs
Providing pastoral and practical support
Helping create a positive, inclusive and welcoming classroom environment
Every school and pupil is different, so your day-to-day responsibilities will depend on the placement.

Support That Works Around You

We want your experience with us to be straightforward, flexible and supportive.

As part of our education recruitment team, you’ll have access to:

Weekly PAYE Pay

Get paid weekly through PAYE, with your tax and payroll deductions managed for you.

Flexible Opportunities

Access full-time, part-time, short-term and longer-term Teaching Assistant opportunities, depending on current vacancies and your availability.

Free CPD & Training

Build your skills and develop your education experience through professional development opportunities available via MyProgression.

Dedicated Consultant

You’ll have a named consultant who understands your requirements and can support you throughout your education recruitment journey.

Mobile Availability Management

Update your availability quickly and easily through our mobile app.

£100 Refer a Friend Bonus*

Know someone who could be a great fit for an education role? Refer them and you could receive a £100 bonus, subject to the relevant qualifying criteria.

Teaching Assistant Jobs Across Carmarthenshire

If you’re searching for Teaching Assistant jobs in Carmarthenshire, Learning Support Assistant jobs, classroom support roles or flexible work in primary schools, we’d be happy to hear from you.

Whether you’re actively looking for your next role or simply want to find out what opportunities are available, we’re happy to have an informal conversation about your options.

Apply Today

Apply now and Jamie Gregory will contact you to discuss your experience, availability and the Teaching Assistant opportunities currently available across Carmarthenshire.

Prefer to speak to someone first?

Call (phone number removed) or email for an informal conversation.

*Terms and conditions apply to the £100 Refer a Friend bonus.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements. 

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment