Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 14 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £13.69 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 February 2026 |
| Location: | CF42 5AD |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Teacheractive Limited |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | JMTPTA3-89855 |
Summary
Are you an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant seeking a rewarding new opportunity?
Do you have experience supporting children with additional learning needs?
Are you confident in using your initiative to manage classroom situations independently?
TeacherActive is delighted to partner with a community-focused Primary School in Treorchy. Renowned throughout the county for its excellent reputation and modern facilities, this school operates on a simple ethos: when children feel happy and safe, they achieve their full learning potential. It offers a warm, inclusive environment supported by a dedicated team of staff who ensure everyone feels valued and at home. This is an exceptional chance to join one of the finest primary schools in the borough.
About the Role
The school is seeking a flexible Teaching Assistant (TA) for regular weekly work. The successful candidate will be expected to work across various phases, from the nursery and Key Stage 2 to the school’s Special Resource Base (SRB). The ability to work independently and adapt to different classroom environments is essential. This is a school where culture comes first, offering a supportive and welcoming atmosphere for all staff.
Key Requirements
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Ability to remain calm and composed in challenging situations
• Experience providing one-to-one support for children with additional learning needs
What We Offer
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme *Terms and Conditions apply*
• Access to CPD courses and certificates via the My-Progression platform
• Competitive, market-leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – receive up to £100 for referring a friend *Terms and Conditions apply*
All staff are paid on a PAYE basis, ensuring correct Tax and National Insurance deductions. You can be confident there are no hidden administration fees deducted from your earnings.
If you are interested in this Teaching Assistant position, please click ‘APPLY NOW’. We look forward to discussing this fantastic 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.