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Psychology, Education or Sociology Graduate? Kickstart Your Career Supporting Children in Newport!
Teaching Assistant | Primary Schools | Newport | £89.38/Day
Start Date: September 2025
Are you a recent graduate or current student in Psychology, Education, Sociology, or a related subject?
Do you want to gain hands-on experience supporting children with Autism (ASD), ADHD, or SEMH needs?
Whether you’re on a gap year, preparing for further study, or exploring a long-term career in education, mental health, or therapy—this is a great opportunity to make a real difference.
Teaching Personnel is seeking enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to support pupils across primary schools in Newport. You’ll help children overcome barriers to learning, build confidence, and thrive in the classroom.
⭐ The Role
Job Title: Teaching Assistant
Location: Newport
Start Date: September 2025
Pay: £89.38 per day (based on experience/qualifications)
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm
Contract: Full-time or flexible/part-time options available
Key Responsibilities
Support pupils 1:1 or in small groups with additional needs
Promote emotional regulation and positive behaviour
Adapt learning materials to meet individual abilities
Create an inclusive and engaging learning environment
Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs, and specialists
Contribute to EHCPs (Education, Health and Care Plans) and IEPs
Who We’re Looking For
Graduates or students in Psychology, Education, Sociology, Childhood Studies, or similar
Experience with children or young people (paid, voluntary, or personal)
Passionate about supporting children with SEN
Calm, empathetic, and a good team player
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ideal for those exploring careers in:
Educational/Clinical Psychology
Speech & Language Therapy
SEN Teaching
Child & Youth Support Work
Wellbeing & Mental Health Support
What You’ll Gain
Classroom experience with SEN pupils
Insight into child development and behaviour support
A foundation for PGCE, MSc, or therapy-related courses
Free CPD (Continuing Professional Development) training
Guidance from a dedicated Teaching Personnel consultant
✅ Why Join Teaching Personnel?
Flexible placements to fit your needs
Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles
Supportive, expert-led guidance every step of the way
A clear pathway into education and SEN careers
Ready to make a difference and gain invaluable experience? Apply now to start your journey in September 2025!
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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