Primary Teaching Assistant

Job title: Primary Teaching Assistant

Location: Cardiff

Start: As soon as possible

Pay: Min £12.90 per hour

Hours: Full time – Monday – Friday (term time only)

A vibrant and inclusive primary school in Cardiff are seeking a dedicated and experienced Teaching Assistant to join a Year 1/2 class. The successful candidate will provide general support to the teacher and students, assisting with a range of classroom activities and helping to create a positive and engaging learning environment.

Responsibilities:

• Support the class teacher in planning and delivering lessons
• Provide one-on-one support to students who may need extra help
• Assist with classroom management and behaviour management
• Help with the setting up and tidying away of resources
• Support students with their learning activities, including literacy and numeracy tasks
• Regularly assess student progress and provide feedback to the teacher
• Establish positive relationships with students, staff, and parents
• Assist with playground duties and lunchtime supervision as required

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience working in a primary school setting is desirable but not essential
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A patient and positive attitude, with the ability to support students with a range of abilities and needs
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team
• A willingness to contribute to the wider school community

This is a full-time position, paying £12.90 per hour, with the potential for the role to continue into the next academic year. The position is available to start as soon as possible.

If you are a dedicated and motivated teaching assistant looking for a new challenge in a supportive and dynamic school environment, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.

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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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