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Temporary

Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive
Thornhill
money-bag £14.25/hour
Posted: 06 July 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 05 August 2026
Ref: 225333371

Job Title: Teaching Assistant
Location: Cardiff
Start Date: September
Salary: £14.25 per hour

Do you have experience supporting pupils with ALN (Additional Learning Needs) in a school setting?

Are you adaptable and able to think on your feet in a fast-paced classroom environment?

Are you passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a large mainstream school in Cardiff that is committed to providing an inclusive learning environment where every pupil is supported to succeed. The school promotes a positive and nurturing ethos, encouraging pupils with ALN to develop both academically and personally through high-quality support.

The school is looking to appoint a full-time Teaching Assistant on a long-term basis from September. The successful Teaching Assistant will work closely with pupils with ALN, supporting their learning, encouraging independence and confidence, and assisting with personal care where required while remaining flexible and responsive to the needs of the classroom.

The successful Teaching Assistant will have:

  • Experience supporting children with ALN (Additional Learning Needs)

  • A caring, patient and adaptable approach to supporting pupils

  • The ability to think on your feet and respond positively to changing situations

  • Experience providing personal care or a willingness to undertake personal care responsibilities

  • Strong communication and teamwork skills

  • A genuine passion for supporting children to reach their full potential

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

  • A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process

  • CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel

  • Market leading rates of pay

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

If you are interested in this position, then click ‘APPLY NOW’ and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

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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.

Equal Opportunities Statement

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

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

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.

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