Teaching Assistant – Neath Port Talbot

Neath Port Talbot | Primary Schools | Full-Time & Part-Time | Short & Long-Term Opportunities | Weekly PAYE

Are you looking for your next Teaching Assistant job in Neath Port Talbot?

We’re recruiting Teaching Assistants and experienced childcare professionals for a range of opportunities across primary schools in Neath Port Talbot, with full-time, part-time, short-term and longer-term positions available.

Whether you’re an experienced Teaching Assistant, a Learning Support Assistant, or have a strong background working with children and young people, we can help you find a role that matches your experience, availability and career goals.

You may be looking for regular work each week, greater flexibility around other commitments, or a longer-term school placement where you can become part of a school community.

Teaching Assistant Roles Available

We recruit for a variety of classroom-based roles across primary schools in Neath Port Talbot.

Depending on your experience and the requirements of the school, opportunities may include:

• Full-time Teaching Assistant positions
• Part-time Teaching Assistant and Learning Support Assistant roles
• Regular weekly work
• Short-term and long-term school placements
• 1:1 pupil support
• Small-group learning and intervention support
• Classroom and learning support
• Pastoral and behavioural support
• Support for pupils with additional learning needs

We’ll take the time to understand what you’re looking for before matching you with suitable opportunities.

You’ll also have a dedicated consultant supporting you throughout your placement.

Your Experience Could Be a Great Fit

You don’t necessarily need previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant.

Schools value transferable skills and experience from a range of backgrounds, including:

• Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant roles
• Nursery and childcare
• Youth work
• Sports coaching
• Residential or support work
• Mentoring
• Tutoring
• Volunteering
• Previous school-based experience

We’re particularly interested in candidates who are:

• Caring, patient and approachable
• Reliable and professional
• Confident working with children and young people
• Positive, encouraging and supportive
• Able to build trusting relationships with pupils
• Comfortable working as part of a school team
• Committed to supporting children's learning, development and wellbeing

What Does a Teaching Assistant Do?

As a Teaching Assistant, you’ll work alongside teachers and other education professionals to help pupils learn, develop and feel supported in the classroom.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Supporting the class teacher with lessons and classroom activities
• Working with individual pupils or small groups
• Providing 1:1 learning and classroom support
• Helping pupils remain focused and engaged
• Supporting positive behaviour and classroom routines
• Encouraging pupils to develop confidence and independence
• Supporting pupils with additional learning needs
• Providing pastoral and practical support
• Helping create a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment

The exact responsibilities will vary depending on the school, year group and individual pupils you support.

Why Work With Us?

We want your experience working with us to be straightforward, flexible and well supported.

When you join us, you’ll have access to:

Weekly PAYE Pay

Get paid weekly through PAYE, with your tax and payroll deductions managed for you.

Flexible Teaching Assistant Opportunities

Choose from available full-time, part-time, short-term and longer-term opportunities, depending on your experience and availability.

Free CPD & Training

Continue developing your education skills and experience with access to professional development through MyProgression.

Dedicated Consultant Support

You’ll have a named consultant who understands what you’re looking for and can support you throughout your education recruitment journey.

Mobile Availability Management

Update your availability quickly and easily through our mobile app.

£100 Refer a Friend Bonus*

Know someone who could be a great fit for an education role? Refer them and you could receive a £100 bonus when the qualifying criteria are met.

Teaching Assistant Jobs in Neath Port Talbot

If you’re searching for Teaching Assistant jobs, Learning Support Assistant roles or primary school support work in Neath Port Talbot, we’d love to hear from you.

You don’t have to be ready to commit to a particular role before getting in touch. We’re happy to discuss the opportunities currently available and understand what you’re looking for.

Apply Today

Apply now and Jamie Gregory will contact you to discuss your experience, availability and the Teaching Assistant opportunities currently available across Neath Port Talbot.

Prefer to speak to someone first?

Call 01792 717477 or email [email protected] for an informal conversation.

*Terms and conditions apply to the £100 Refer a Friend bonus.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

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

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

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