Teaching Assistant

Unqualified Learning Assistant – Training Provided

Secondary School | Cwmbran, South Wales
Start:
February 2026
Full‑Time or Part‑Time | 8:30am–3:30pm
From £13.75 per hour / £89.38 per day
Opportunity to extend or move into a permanent role

Looking to start a career in education?

This is a great opportunity for someone who is new to education or working towards a career in schools. This welcoming, values‑driven secondary school in Cwmbran is keen to support an unqualified Learning Assistant, with training and ongoing guidance provided.

The school has strong pastoral and inclusion systems in place and a supportive staff team who work collaboratively to ensure students — and staff — are given every opportunity to succeed. For the right person, this role has clear potential to extend and progress into a long‑term or permanent position.

The role:

Unqualified Learning Assistant

You’ll be part of the school’s Learning Support Team, supporting pupils throughout the school day while developing your skills and confidence in a classroom environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

Supporting pupils in lessons, helping them stay focused, confident, and engaged.
Working one‑to‑one or in small groups under the guidance of teachers.
Assisting with basic lesson preparation and learning resources.
Helping to maintain a positive, calm, and inclusive classroom environment.
Building positive relationships with pupils and staff.

Working confidently with pupils who present ALN and challenging behaviour, helping them feel supported and understood.

No formal qualifications are required — just the right attitude, reliability, and a genuine interest in working with young people.

Why work with Teaching Personnel?

Teaching Personnel is the UK’s leading education recruitment agency, supporting schools and education professionals since 1996. We specialise in helping people start and build careers in education, even if they’re new to the sector.

When you join Teaching Personnel, you’ll benefit from:

Free training and CPD to help you succeed in the classroom.
Flexible full‑time or part‑time placements to suit your availability.
Support from a dedicated consultant throughout your placement.
Competitive weekly pay, paid regularly.
A referral scheme once your referral completes five days of work.
Opportunities to gain long‑term experience and move into permanent school roles.

What you’ll need

To be considered, you’ll need:

A DBS certificate (or willingness to apply — we’ll support you).
Registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC) in Wales (we can guide you).
The right to work in the UK.
Two recent references.
A positive, patient approach and transferable skills such as communication, teamwork, or care experience.
This role suits graduates, career‑changers, support workers, or anyone interested in education, youth work, or SEN support.

Take your first step into education

If you’re looking for an entry‑level Learning Assistant role in Cwmbran, with training provided and the chance to grow, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV to Teaching Personnel to find out more.

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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