Secondary Teaching Assistant

Location: Newport, South Wales

Pay: £14.25 an hour / £92.63 a day

Hours: 8:30am – 3/3:30pm

Contract: From September 2026

Teaching Personnel are looking for a dedicated Secondary Teaching Assistant to join one of our partner secondary schools, supporting students aged 11–16. Working across all key stages and a range of abilities, you will play a vital role in supporting the school's day‑to‑day needs, helping students engage in learning, build confidence, and reach their full potential within a positive and inclusive environment.

• Work closely with teachers, the ALNCO, and pastoral teams to provide tailored academic and emotional support for students aged 11–16.
• Support students in building confidence, overcoming barriers to learning
  , and achieving their full potential.
• Provide 1:1, small‑group, and classroom‑based support throughout the school day.
• Support the development of students'
  social, emotional, and behavioural skills.
• Work alongside the school's Specialist Resource Base (SRB), providing personalised support for students with additional learning needs.
• Help manage behaviour positively and effectively,
  promoting a safe and inclusive learning environment.
• Support students during lessons, transitions, break times, educational visits, and wider school activities.

We welcome applications from individuals who are passionate about supporting young people and making a positive impact. Experience doesn't have to come from a school setting, but transferable skills and experience must be demonstrated during the onboarding process.

• Experience working with children or young people in education, youth work, care, sports, coaching, mentoring, or similar transferable settings.
• A calm, patient, and resilient approach
  , with the ability to build positive relationships and manage challenges effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  , alongside a genuine commitment to student wellbeing and achievement.
• An understanding of the social, emotional, and developmental needs of secondary‑aged students, including those with Additional Learning Needs (ALN).

• Experience supporting students with ALN, SEND, SEMH, or behavioural needs.
• Relevant qualifications or studies in Psychology, Education, Sports, Youth Studies, or other related subjects.

We’ll support you through the process as part of your onboarding:

• Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service
• Education Workforce Council (EWC) registration
• Be aged 18+
• Level 2 Safeguarding Qualification (Training for this course is provided during onboarding)
• Minimum of two professional references covering a minimum of 24 months employment

• Competitive daily pay rates.
• Weekly PAYE payments with no hidden umbrella company fees.
• A dedicated consultant who provides personalised support and school placements.
• Access to a wide range of short‑term, long‑term, and permanent opportunities.
• Flexibility to choose when and where you work to suit your lifestyle.
• Free CPD and accredited training, including Safeguarding, Behaviour Management, and Cover Supervisor courses.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. The advert is for a temporary position, with the possibility of becoming permanent in some cases. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and will undertake safeguarding checks in accordance with DfE statutory guidance. All registered candidates receive free child protection and Prevent duty training and must have a valid enhanced DBS check.

Full assistance will be provided.