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Job Posted: 16 days ago

Salary: £ 92.63 - 100 / Day
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Newport

Expire in: 12 days

Job Description

KS2 Teaching Assistant | NP20, Newport 

 Location: NP20, Newport
  Start Date: September 2026
  Pay: From £92.63 per day
  Hours: Monday–Friday | Full-time & Part-time Opportunities Available

A friendly and inclusive primary school in the NP20 area of Newport is seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and dedicated KS2 Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team from September 2026. This rewarding role involves supporting pupils across Key Stage 2, including children with Additional Learning Needs (ALN).

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about education, supporting children’s development, and helping learners build confidence, independence, and a love for learning within a positive and nurturing classroom environment.

 The Role

As part of the KS2 team, you will provide both 1:1 and small-group support, helping pupils to engage with classroom learning, develop key skills, and achieve their individual targets through encouragement and positive reinforcement strategies.

You may support pupils with:

Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
ADHD and behavioural needs
Literacy and numeracy intervention support
 Key Responsibilities

Support pupils during classroom activities and targeted interventions
Assist with implementing IDPs/EHCPs
Encourage independence, confidence, and emotional wellbeing
Use engaging learning strategies and differentiated resources
Support literacy, numeracy, and social development
Work closely with the class teacher and ALNCO to adapt activities and resources to meet individual needs
✅ About You

We are looking for someone who is:

Patient, proactive, and reliable
Experienced in education, childcare, or ALN settings (personal experience is also valued)
Confident supporting children with a range of additional needs
Able to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
Passionate about making a positive difference in children’s lives
This role would particularly suit:

Learning Support Assistants
KS2 Teaching Assistants
ALN Teaching Assistants
Youth Workers or Sports Coaches looking to transition into education
 Essential Requirements

EWC Registration
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
Two recent professional references from within the last 24 months
 Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities
Free CPD and ongoing professional development
Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
Rewarding roles where you can make a genuine impact every day
✨ Whether you are an experienced Teaching Assistant or looking to further your career within education, this is a fantastic opportunity to support and inspire KS2 learners from September 2026.

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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