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Teaching Assistant

Job details
Posting date: 13 January 2026
Salary: £13.69 per hour
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 12 February 2026
Location: CF42 5AL
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Teacheractive Limited
Job type: Temporary
Job reference: JM42TA-89851

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Summary

Are you a qualified Teaching Assistant?

Do you have experience supporting learning within classrooms?

Are you an excellent team player?

About the School

TeacherActive is pleased to be partnering with a well-regarded Primary School in Treorchy. The school is renowned across South Wales for its pupils’ academic success and the high standards it upholds for both staff and learners.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Teaching Assistant (TA) for a long-term role supporting children in Key Stage 1 (KS1). This position suits an experienced Teaching Assistant who can confidently assist with classroom activities independently, while working collaboratively with the class teacher to foster a positive and stimulating learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

    • Support children in small groups and within the whole-class setting
    • Demonstrate initiative to manage classroom situations independently
    • Work closely with the class teacher to enrich pupils’ learning experiences

    Person Specification

    The successful candidate will have:

      • A minimum Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or at least six months’ experience working with children in an educational setting
      • Excellent verbal communication skills
      • The ability to work effectively without direct supervision
      • Strong teamwork skills and a genuine commitment to contributing to the school community
      • Proactive approach to managing and responding to classroom needs
      • A passion for supporting and encouraging children’s learning and development

      What We Offer

        • A dedicated team of consultants available to support you throughout the onboarding process
        • Guaranteed Payment Scheme *Terms and conditions apply*
        • Access to CPD courses and certification via the My-Progression platform
        • Competitive, market-leading rates of pay
        • TeacherActive Referral Scheme – earn up to £100 for referring a friend *Terms and conditions apply*

        All staff are employed on a PAYE basis, ensuring the correct deduction of Tax and National Insurance contributions.

        How to Apply

        If you are interested in this Teaching Assistant role, please click ‘APPLY NOW’. We look forward to discussing this exciting opportunity with you.

        All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.



        Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.



        Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

        TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.

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