Teaching Assistant

Swansea & Surrounding Areas | Immediate Start | £85.50–£90 per day

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people?

Do you have the patience, enthusiasm and resilience to support pupils with Additional Learning Needs (ALN)? Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity with flexible working and FREE CPD training to help develop your career in education?

TeacherActive is recruiting a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join specialist ALN provisions in Swansea!

These specialist settings support secondary-aged pupils with a range of additional learning needs, providing a safe, inclusive and nurturing environment where every young person is encouraged to build confidence, develop independence and reach their full potential.

We are looking for a caring and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to provide both 1:1 and classroom support, helping pupils engage with learning, manage their emotions and achieve their individual goals.

There are opportunities for day-to-day supply, short-term and long-term placements, with both full-time and part-time positions available.

✨ What we're looking for:

• A relevant Teaching Assistant qualification or previous experience supporting children and young people in an educational setting.
• Experience working with pupils with ALN, including Autism/ASD, ADHD, SEMH or challenging behaviour (desirable).
• Confidence providing 1:1 support and assisting teachers with classroom activities.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships.
• A patient, caring and adaptable approach.
• A genuine passion for helping young people overcome barriers to learning and achieve their potential.

What's in it for you?

• FREE CPD TRAINING & CERTIFICATES through our My-Progression platform, including opportunities to develop your knowledge of ALN, behaviour management and safeguarding.
• Flexible working opportunities – choose from day-to-day supply, short-term or long-term placements, with full-time and part-time options.
• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to support you throughout your journey.
• A quick and easy onboarding process.
• Market-leading rates of pay.
• Valuable experience within a specialist ALN setting to help develop your education career.
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – earn up to £100 when you refer a friend! (Terms and Conditions apply.)

Get paid fairly with PAYE!

At TeacherActive, our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, meaning your tax and National Insurance contributions are handled correctly. No unnecessary admin charges or hidden deductions from your hard-earned money!

❤️ Ready to make a difference?

Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant or looking to take the next step in your education career, this is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience, develop your skills and make a genuine difference to young people's lives.

With FREE professional development training and ongoing support from our dedicated team, we'll help you feel confident and prepared for your role.

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EMAIL: [email protected]

CONTACT NUMBER: 01792 717477

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.