318 education jobs found in Merthyr Tydfil

Do you have experience in youth work, looking for work as a Teaching assistant to work in alternative provision or Pupil referrals supporting young people with challenging behaviour and additional learning needs? We are working with a leading Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) and several SEND/ALN schools to recruit confident, resilient, and passionate staff to support pupils aged 11–16 with a wide range of complex needs. These roles suit candidates with experience in youth work, SEMH, challenging behaviour, alternative provision, or SEND classrooms. If you are calm under pressure, strong with boundaries, and motivated to make a positive impact, this is an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your career. About the Role – PRU & SEND Support As a Youth Worker / ALN LSA / SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support students with: SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health needs) EBD (Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties) ADHD / ADD Challenging behaviour, including verbal...

Do you have experience in youth work, looking for work as a Teaching assistant to work in alternative provision or Pupil referrals supporting young people with challenging behaviour and additional learning needs? We are working with a leading Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) and several SEND/ALN schools to recruit confident, resilient, and passionate staff to support pupils aged 11–16 with a wide range of complex needs. These roles suit candidates with experience in youth work, SEMH, challenging behaviour, alternative provision, or teaching assistant in SEND classrooms. If you are calm under pressure, strong with boundaries, and motivated to make a positive impact, this is an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your career. About the Role – PRU & SEND Support As a Youth Worker / ALN LSA / SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support students with: SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health needs) EBD (Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties) ADHD / ADD Challenging...

SEN Teaching Assistant / Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant Cardiff Salary: £89 - £95 per day Start date: January 2026 Start An outstanding school based in Cardiff have an opportunity arising for Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistants. The role will entail working in an SRB Base with a children with ALN. ALN experience is required. Do you enjoy supporting and developing children? Do you have an enthusiastic and bubbly personality? The ideal SEN TA / Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant should have the following: Level 2 or 3 qualified and/or a minimum of 6 months’ experience in an educational establishment A calm, patient and caring personal Good communication skills A good understanding of child protection and safeguarding guidelines Experience in working with supporting students in their education on a 1:1 and a small group basis Successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced Child Only disclosure and provide at least 2...

Job Title: Welsh Speaking Primary Teacher Location: Merthyr Tydfil Start Date: January Salary: £172.98 per day Question 1: Can you inspire young minds with an engaging teaching style? Question 2: Do you have strong classroom management? Question 3: Do you have sound knowledge of the Primary Curriculum? TeacherActive is proud to be working with a mainstream Primary School based in Merthyr Tydfil, who are looking to appoint a Primary Teacher. 5 days a week in their Foundation Phase classes, this setting has key values such as maintaining a passion for learning, whilst providing education for life. The school is looking to take on a driven Primary Teacher on a long-term basis, leading to a permanent position for the right Primary Teacher. The successful The Senior Leadership Team are dedicated to ensure the successful Primary Teacher will be supported and developed from day one. Must have experience working with children with challenging behaviour. The successful Primary...

If you’re a fluent Welsh speaker looking to make a real difference in local schools, we’d love to hear from you. TeacherActive is working closely with several welcoming and supportive Secondary Schools across Merthyr Tydfil, and we’re looking for enthusiastic people to join us as Cover Supervisors. This role is perfect if you enjoy working with young people, want flexible work, or are thinking about a future career in teaching. And if you can speak Welsh confidently, you’ll be a huge asset to the schools we support. What the job involves You won’t need to plan lessons — you’ll simply step into classrooms when teachers are away, help keep things running smoothly, and encourage pupils to stay engaged and on task. Your positive presence can make a massive difference to their day. What we’re looking for • Someone who speaks Welsh fluently and enjoys using it • CACHE Level 2/3 or 6+ months experience working with young people • Confidence managing a classroom of pupils aged...

TeacherActive are proud to be working with a large number of Secondary Schools across Merthyr Tydfil. We are actively recruiting for Teaching Assistants to support our school network with quality and consistent staff. Our Teaching Assistants from Merthyr Tydfil play a vital role in schools, whether on a day to day, long-term or permanent basis. The role of a Teaching Assistant involves supporting teachers by assisting with classroom activities, preparing materials, and supervising students, particularly those with additional learning needs. The successful Cover Supervisor for Merthyr Tydfil will have: · CACHE LEVEL 2/3 OR 6 months experience · Be confident in their ability to manage a class of students within the age range 11 to 16+ · Be able to manage behaviour in the classroom to ensure students remain engaged · Be flexible to work throughout the school within different departments and with different age ranges daily In return for the above you can expect to receive: · A...

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a ALN school in Merthyr Tydfil, supporting with their recruitment for a ALN Learning Support Assistant / LSA. The setting is centred on pupil’s development, as well as an intrinsic desire to make progress both academically and with their own emotional, social and behavioural skills. The school is seeking a passionate team player to take on this short-term role, although there is potential for this to become a long-term placement for the right ALN LSA. The successful ALN Learning Support Assistant / LSA will bring a new dimension and skill set to this role, be keen to develop their own skills to adapt to the children’s individual needs and have a positive impact on the wider school. The position will involve working with students across all Key Stages with diagnosis of Autism / ASD, SLD / Severe Learning Difficulties, and challenging behaviours. A proactive thinker with the ability to take control of situations confidently is necessary....

Vetro Education is working with a fantastic secondary school in Merthyr Tydfil to recruit several Cover Supervisors for ongoing ad hoc and long term term work. This exciting opportunity will give successful candidates access to learn a new set of skills and the opportunity to start a career in a highly rewarding industry. This opportunity will be perfect for individuals who have experience working with children, graduates, support workers or anyone looking for an opportunity to get into the education sector. * Location: Merthyr Tydfil * Pay: £105 per day * Monday to Friday - 8.30 - 3.30 The successful applicant will work in secondary schools across Merthyr Tydfil, supervising Years 7, 8, and 9 pupils as well as GCSE classes. The work you do will make a real difference to these children's lives as you will be instrumental in their well-being and education. The ideal candidate will possess: * A keen interest in working with children * Experience (paid or voluntary)...

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant – Primary School, Support for Children with Complex Learning Needs Location: Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taf, UK Salary: £90.00 per day (minimum) Job Description: Are you passionate about making a positive difference in children's lives? We're seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a leading specialist provider working within a vibrant primary school in Aberdare. This full-time, long-term position offers a rewarding opportunity to support children with complex learning difficulties in a nurturing and inclusive environment. Key Responsibilities: * Provide general classroom support to enhance learning experiences for all pupils * Work closely with the Class Teacher to develop engaging, inclusive lesson plans * Support children with very complex learning difficulties, tailoring approaches to meet individual needs * Assist with behavioral and emotional support strategies * Foster a safe, positive, and inclusive learning...

Teaching Assistant / TA Aberdare January 2026 £82.14 Per day Can you inspire young minds with an engaging teaching style? Do you have the ability to support a pupils educational and social development? Do you have experience working with young children in an educational setting? TeacherActive is thrilled to be working with an outstanding Primary School based in Aberdare. The Primary School pride themselves on ensuring that they bring out the very best in each and every pupil, providing opportunities for all. The school encourage not to fear but instead value failure and create a nurturing environment to help children understand that this is part of their learning journey. The Primary School is looking to take on a professional Teaching Assistant / TA on a full time basis, with the opportunity for a potential long term role for the suitable Teaching Assistant / TA. The successful applicant will be working across Foundation phase and Key Stage 2 / KS2, supporting pupils with...

Primary School Teacher Aberdare January 2026 £172.98 per day Are you a qualified primary teacher looking for your next adventure in the New Year? Do you have experience working with challenging behaviour including children that have ALN? Are you reflective and highly organised? TeacherActive is proud to be working with a Primary School based in Aberdare. The school provides an environment where they inspire children to believe they can achieve anything they put their minds to. This largely populated school boasts fantastic sport facilities and offers opportunities both inside and outside of lessons to promote students’ engagement to help them flourish personally and academically. The school is looking to take on an experienced Primary School Teacher on a long-term basis. The successful candidate will need to have a good understanding of the learning outcomes required in the National Curriculum and will need to be an excellent team player. The role will involve inspiring...

Vetro Education is seeking to recruit experienced and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to work in a Special School in Aberdare, RCT. The school supports learners with ASD, PDA, Global Delay Disorder and challenging behaviour and Vetro Education is looking for SEN Teaching Assistants in or around the Aberdare area who is experienced in any of these fields. Due to the nature of this role, previous experience with the above additional learning needs is essential. As a Welsh Government framework staffing provider, Vetro Education will allow you to work in Primary, Secondary and SEN schools as well as numerous privately run education provisions across Wales. Overview: * Title: SEN Teaching Assistant * Pay: £88.92 per day minimum * Location: Aberdare, RCT * Hours: Full time - Monday to Friday 830am - 330pm Benefits for a SEN Teaching Assistant at Vetro. * Weekly pay, and no payroll charges * Support from an approved Welsh Government Framework...

Are you an experienced primary teacher looking for a long term position? Are you passionate about working within key stage 2? Are you reflective and highly organised? TeacherActive is proud to be working with a Primary School based in Mountain Ash. The school is community centric and provides support above and beyond the classroom to ensure their pupils have the best platform to succeed. Within the school you can expect a fast paced environment where no two days are the same, if you're looking for a school where you can really make a difference and you enjoy being part of something special, this is the opportunity for you! The role will be working within the year 5/6 class of the school. The successful candidate will need to have a good understanding of Key Stage 2/KS2 and have a real desire for providing children with the launchpad for life long learning, The role will involve inspiring young minds, whilst positively impacting their attitudes to learning through a creative...

TeacherActive is proud to partner with a fantastic ALN provision based in Cardiff. The school follows a varied curriculum to suit the needs of the young people. Underpinning this, is the consistent teaching of people skills, and guidance to assist children develop their social, emotional, and personal abilities. Their culture is one of patience, inclusivity and helping children and young people with disabilities to achieve their full potential, whilst promoting independence The school is looking to take on a permanent ALN Teacher from Immediately on a full-time basis. The successful ALN teacher will be working directly with students across all Key Stages, whose ages range from 5 – 19yrs. Most of the young people are diagnosed with either Autism / ASD, Learning Difficulties / LD or Attention Deficit Disorder / ADD. The successful ALN Teacher will have: -          QTS -          Experience working with children and young people with additional needs, specifically ASD, SLD, PMLD,...

Welsh Speaking Exam Invigilator Pontypridd January 2026 £13.69 an hour Are you currently looking for work in an educational establishment? Can you speak the Welsh language fluently? Are you vigilant and responsive to situations? TeacherActive are currently seeking Welsh Speaking Exam Invigilators for Secondary Schools across Pontypridd for the upcoming exam period starting in January 2026. This is a great opportunity that will suit someone who is looking for flexible working hours whilst getting experience working in an educational setting to build their CV. We are looking to recruit a bank of dedicated Welsh speaking exam invigilators to oversee and supervise exams, making sure guidelines and regulations are followed throughout the duration of sessions. The successful candidate will be expected to prepare the exam hall with papers and any required materials, advising students of the exam conditions, observing the room whilst the exam is taking place and assisting children...

Secondary Cover Supervisor – Full-Time Vacancies – JANUARY START Location: Various secondary schools across Rhondda Cynon Taf (RCT) Pay: £120 per day Are you confident, adaptable, and looking for a rewarding role working with secondary school students? #INDTP We need enthusiastic Cover Supervisors to work across a variety of fantastic secondary schools in the Rhondda Cynon Taf (RCT) area. This is a brilliant opportunity to gain hands-on experience in education, seriously boost your classroom skills, and make a real difference to young people’s day-to-day learning. What The Role Involves As a Cover Supervisor, you are crucial in keeping the learning on track when the usual teacher is absent. Your main goal is to maintain a positive, purposeful classroom atmosphere. You will be responsible for: Delivering and supervising pre-prepared lessons for students across Key Stage 3 (KS3) and Key Stage 4 (KS4). Managing classroom behaviour effectively and positively, following school...

Job Title: Cover Supervisor- Welsh Location: RCT Start Date: ASAP Salary: £110 - £130 per day Are you a fluent Welsh-speaker? Are you able to confidently teach different subject areas confidently? Are you motivated to make a positive change in the life of a child? Do you have strong behaviour and classroom management skills? Are you confident covering a variety of lessons in Secondary Schools? TeacherActive is proud to be working with a mainstream Secondary School based in the Torfaen area. The school sets high standards and strives to achieve success in all learners. High-level curriculum expectations are at the heart of all this school does, with a passion for heritage and high standards. The school provides its pupils with an exciting and fulfilling curriculum, showcasing high expectations for all learners, whilst ensuring an inclusive environment and additional learning needs are prioritised. The school has a focus on experiential learning and creativity with a to...

Secondary Teaching Assistant (Unqualified) – Flexible Cover & Long-Term Opportunities Across Rhondda Cynon Taf (RCT) Pay: £89.38 per day (£13.75/hour) Weekly Pay Immediate Start Available Once Cleared To Work Are you passionate about education and eager to make a difference in young people’s lives? This Teaching Assistant role offers the perfect balance of flexibility and career progression. You’ll provide day-to-day classroom support across secondary schools in Rhondda Cynon Taf, while also having the chance to secure long-term placements based on performance and school needs. Why This Role Is Perfect for You You drive and have access to your own vehicle, and you’re happy to travel across RCT to different schools. You enjoy variety, adapting quickly to new environments and school cultures. You care deeply about supporting students’ learning, behaviour, and wellbeing. You want hands-on experience across multiple secondary school settings. You’re looking to progress into...

We are looking to take on a number of Tutors to begin work immediately! The successful Tutor with Rhondda Council will have the opportunity to work with Primary and Secondary aged pupils in settings across Rhondda, where staff are committed to providing the very best education and opportunities for all learners. The Local Authority is dedicated to creating a dynamic and inclusive community, whilst also promoting unique and relevant skills to prepare students for the next steps in their careers and development.  This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic and dynamic Tutor, who is ready to motivate and to maintain high-standards of learning. As a Tutor you will support learners with basic skills, study skills, well-being and pastoral issues. A strong level of Maths and Literacy is required as some pupils will be studying for their GCSE exams.  All students being tutored through this project will be on a 1-2-1 basis and additional training will be provided to support with...

ALN Teaching Assistant Location: Ebbw Vale Salary: £90 per day (with potential increases depending on client and experience) Contract Types: Day-to-Day, Full-Time, Long-Term We are currently recruiting an exceptional ALN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive and inspiring Special School in Ebbw Vale. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals with experience supporting children with Additional Learning Needs (ALN), especially those who have previously worked in a special school environment. As an ALN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teaching staff to provide personalised support, adapt learning activities, and help pupils achieve their full potential. Your compassion, adaptability, and understanding of diverse needs will make you a valued member of this dedicated school community in Ebbw Vale. Requirements: Experience supporting children with ALN (essential) Special school experience (highly desirable) Enhanced DBS (mandatory) Registration with the...