Secondary Teaching Assistant

Reference: 14467

Location

Bassaleg, Wales, United Kingdom

Salary

£92.59 - Per Day

Contract Type

Temporary

Job Title: Secondary Teaching Assistant

Location: Newport, Wales

Salary: £92.59 per day minimum

Employment Type: Full-time, Temporary - 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Job Description:
Are you a passionate and proactive Teaching Assistant eager to make a positive impact in the classroom? We are partnering with a welcoming secondary school in the heart of Newport to find an enthusiastic candidate to assist KS3 and KS4 pupils. This role offers an exciting opportunity to guide and inspire young learners within a dynamic, encouraging environment.

Key Responsibilities:
As a Teaching Assistant based in Newport, your daily duties will include:

Supporting the class teacher to deliver engaging lessons and maintain a lively, focused classroom environment.
Providing tailored 1:1 support to pupils with additional learning needs, helping them achieve their developmental milestones.
Leading small-group intervention sessions in reading, writing, and numeracy to reinforce learning.
Building positive relationships with children, staff, and parents to foster a supportive educational environment.
Contributing to an inclusive classroom where every child feels valued, safe, and motivated to learn.

Requirements & Qualifications:
To be successful as a Teaching Assistant, you will need:

3 months experience working with children.
A patient, creative, and adaptable approach to supporting diverse learning needs.
Excellent communication skills and a team-player mindset.
Reliability, energy, and a genuine passion for education.
An Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).

Benefits & Work Environment:

Competitive pay of £92.59 per day, paid weekly, with regular pay reviews.
Dedicated recruitment consultant with deep education experience to support your career.
Join a friendly, inclusive school community with welcoming staff and excellent resources.
Candidate of the month competition - chance to win £50
Quarterly Golden Ticket competition - chance to win £250

Interested in this opportunity?
If you are a qualified Teaching Assistant looking for an exciting new role in Newport, apply today!

Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Vetro is an equal opportunities employer, and decisions are made on merit alone.

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