Teaching Assistant

Are you a caring, patient and enthusiastic individual who enjoys supporting pupils to reach their full potential?

If so, Teaching Personnel would love to hear from you today!

Start Date: September 2026
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm
Pay: £92.63 – £95 per day

The Role

Teaching Personnel is looking to recruit a dedicated and enthusiastic Year 5 Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in the Vale of Glamorgan.

This is a long-term opportunity supporting the class teacher in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons while helping pupils develop academically, socially and emotionally. You will play a key role in supporting learning across the curriculum, encouraging confidence, independence and resilience.

Your Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and interactive Year 5 lessons.

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils who require additional guidance.

• Assist pupils with literacy, numeracy and wider curriculum activities.

• Help create a positive, inclusive and well-managed classroom environment.

• Support pupils with a range of learning needs, including those with Additional Learning Needs (ALN).

• Prepare classroom resources and learning materials.

• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to the class teacher.

• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents where appropriate.

• Encourage positive behaviour, independence and a growth mindset.

We welcome applications from everyone, so whether you have classroom experience or one of the following:

• Teaching Assistant

• Sports Coach

• Care Worker

• Youth Worker

• Learning Support Assistant

• Scout or Guide Leader

• Tutor

• Any other child-focused role

we'd love to hear from you if you're passionate about helping children learn, grow and succeed.

About You

We're looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about supporting children in Key Stage 2.

• Patient, caring and enthusiastic.

• Experienced working with primary-aged children in a school or similar setting.

• Confident supporting pupils with literacy, numeracy and classroom learning.

• Able to build positive relationships and encourage pupils to achieve their best.

• A positive team player with excellent communication skills.

Essential Requirements

To be considered for this role, you will need:

• An Enhanced DBS Certificate (Child Workforce).

• Current Education Workforce Council (EWC) registration.

If you don't currently have a DBS or EWC registration, Teaching Personnel can support you with both application processes (fees apply).

What Teaching Personnel Offers

• Competitive weekly pay.

• A dedicated Primary Education consultant to support you throughout your placement.

• Free CPD courses to support your professional development.

• £50 referral bonus for every successful candidate you recommend.

• Access to our easy-to-use app for managing bookings, timesheets and payslips.

If you're ready to make a positive impact in a Year 5 classroom and help pupils develop the skills and confidence they need for the next stage of their education, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply with your most recent CV, or contact Lucie on 02921 152423 if you'd like to find out more about the role.

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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