Are you passionate about supporting children’s learning and development? Do you have the energy, patience, and creativity to make a real difference in the classroom? We’re looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our team at welcoming and supportive schools in Barry.
About the role: As a Teaching Assistant, you’ll work closely with teachers to support pupils with their learning, both in groups and one-on-one. You’ll help create a positive and inclusive classroom environment, assist with lesson preparation, and provide support for students who may need extra help.
Key responsibilities include:
Supporting learning activities under the direction of the class teacher
Assisting pupils with individual needs, including additional learning needs support
Helping to prepare classroom materials and displays
Supervising children during breaks and lunchtimes as required
Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement
What we’re looking for:
Experience working with children (in a school or similar setting)
A caring, flexible and proactive approach
Good communication and teamwork skills
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare
Teaching Assistant qualifications (desirable but not essential)
In return, we offer:
A supportive school environment with friendly staff and leadership
Opportunities for training and professional development
A chance to make a real difference in the lives of young learners
What New Directions Education Ltd offers:
A dedicated and expert Account Manager
Regular and varied supply work
Competitive rates of pay
Potential long-term roles
Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
A network of branches across the UK
One of the preferred suppliers to all 22 local authorities in Wales under the All Wales Framework Agreement
We are the major teaching supply agency for Welsh speaking teachers across Wales
Recommend-a-friend scheme
Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry
New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment
Business in relation
to this vacancy.