133 teaching assistant jobs found in Merthyr Tydfil

Are you looking to make a difference as a Supply Teaching Assistant in Schools in Merthyr Tydfil? We have a fantastic opportunity to work within a few schools that are focused on growing their team. The schools are located in the Merthyr Tydfil area and are looking for teaching assistants to work with ALN children across the school. Due to the needs of these pupils, previous experience working with Autism or additional learning needs is preferred, but not essential. This is for full-time and Part-time roles, working between Monday to Friday and possibly on a long-term basis for the right candidate. As a Welsh Government framework staffing provider, we will give you the opportunity to work in Primary, Secondary and SEN schools as well as numerous privately run education provisions across Wales Overview: * Title: Teaching Assistant * Minimum Pay: £90.00 with no payroll charges * Location: Merthyr Tydfil * Hours: Between Monday to Friday 830am - 330pm The role: What...

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...

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...

Do you have a HLTA / Level 4 or higher qualification and looking for a new opportunity next term? Are you flexible to work across all phases of a primary school? Are you able to support children's social development? TeacherActive are proud to be working with a community centric Primary School located on the outskirts of Mountain Ash. The Primary School has a fantastic reputation and leadership team with a clear vision to ensure the school continues to deliver success. This is a great opportunity to join a brilliant school with excellent standards and behaviour. The Primary School is looking to take on a Higher Level Teaching Assistant / HLTA on a cover basis, the role will include delivering across all classes in the school from EYFP - KS2 & the schools Special Resource Base (SRB) You will need to hold a strong knowledge of specific aspects of the Welsh curriculum and be able to confidently support pupils when required. The Successful candidate will have: Higher Level...

Teaching Assistant / TA Ferndale January 2026 £13.69 per hour Are you a devoted and adaptable Teaching Assistant who is currently looking for flexible work? Can you inspire young minds to develop through creative techniques and inclusive activities? Do you wish to work as part of a team in nurturing environments where you feel respected and welcomed? TeacherActive, one of the UKs largest leading education recruitment agencies, is proud to be working with a number of Primary Schools across RCT. We are committed to providing our schools with dedicated, passionate and quality Teaching Assistants as well as providing specialist in-house Career Progression Development opportunities to help maintain our high standards and expectations. Whether you are a Teaching Assistant who is looking for day-to-day supply, long-term or permanent roles, we have work available for you. TeacherActive are looking for qualified or highly experienced Teaching Assistants to work within our Primary...

Person Specification Essential Experience working with children or young people, particularly those with behavioural, SEMH, or SEND needs. Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills. Ability to build positive relationships with challenging or vulnerable pupils. Resilience, patience, and a calm, reflective approach. Good literacy and numeracy skills. Understanding of safeguarding procedures and professional boundaries. Desirable Experience in a PRU, alternative provision, or specialist SEND setting. Training in Team Teach, MAPA, or other behaviour intervention methods. Knowledge of trauma-informed practice, restorative approaches, or therapeutic strategies. Relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 3 TA, Youth Work, Psychology, Counselling)

Welsh Speaking Teaching Assistant January 2026 Ebbw Vale £85 - £95 Per day Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant who’s seeking a new role to enhance the Welsh culture in a school setting? Are you a confident fluent Welsh speaker that can support young children in the language to develop their literacy and oral skills? Can you create an enriching environment for children where they feel able to succeed? TeacherActive are proud to be working with a spectacular Welsh Medium Primary School located in Ebbw Vale. The Primary School aim to set a firm foundation for a bright future for every pupil, ensuring they have the best education possible and are able to develop into positive individuals. They strive to achieve a caring learning community through the support of parents, governors and the local authority.  The Primary School are looking for a devoted Teaching Assistant who’s looking for a new opportunity to support in their Nursery class on a full time basis until the end...

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...

Vetro Education is seeking to recruit experienced and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to work in a Special School in Pentre, RCT. The schools support learners with additional learning needs, specifically ASD (autism spectrum disorder) and Global Delay and Vetro Education is looking for SEN Teaching Assistants in or around the Pentre area who are experienced in any of these fields. 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: Pentre, RCT * Hours: Full and Part time roles - 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 Supplier for Wales * Flexible working hours to suit your needs * Variety of work in Primary,...

ASD Teaching Assistant Needed! Blaenau Gwent  An Outstanding Primary School based in the Blaenau Gwent area is looking for an inspiring Teaching Assistant to join their school full time working with children with ALN.  The school are looking for the right candidate who has the passion, drive and experience in this field.  Are you passionate about being a Teaching Assistant? Do you enjoy supporting and developing children? The successful Teaching Assistant will 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 DBS disclosure and provide at least 2 references. In return you will receive: Brilliant rates of pay Working...

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant seeking a long-term role? Do you have a proven track record of delivering effective interventions to pupils? Are you confident in using your initiative to manage situations independently as they arise? TeacherActive is delighted to be partnering with a community-focused Primary School in Tonypandy. The school enjoys an excellent reputation across the county and is renowned for its rich cultural environment. This close-knit community school takes great pride in the diversity of its pupils and offers a supportive and welcoming atmosphere for all staff members. We are currently recruiting a Teaching Assistant / TA for a long-term position, working with children in the Early Years and Foundation Phase who have been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). You will be part of a small, supportive class equipped with abundant resources to provide an engaging and enriching educational experience. Previous experience working with children...

Teaching Assistant / TA Tonypandy January 2026 £85 - £95 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 Tonypandy. 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...

Blackwood Immediate Start £82 - £89 per day Are you adaptable and flexible to the needs of others? Are you pro-active in supporting young people? Do you have experience working 1 to 1 with children with additional learning needs? TeacherActive is proud to be working with a mainstream primary school based in Blackwood. This school is particularly dedicated to enhancing and supporting the learning of children with additional learning needs, and pride themselves on the outstanding support that they offer to their children. The school is looking to take on a caring and patient Learning Support Assistant with 1 to 1 experience on a day-to-day basis. The successful candidate will provide excellent support to both children with ALN and the general class. This role is during regular school hours from 8:30 to 3:30. The successful 1 to 1 Learning Support Assistant / LSA will have: · Experience supporting children in groups or 1:1 · Excellent classroom management · A caring and...

Key Responsibilities: Support pupils across Key Stages 3 and 4, both in groups and on a 1:1 basis. Promote and encourage the use of the Welsh language throughout the school day. Assist teaching staff with lesson delivery, preparation of resources, and classroom activities. Provide additional help to pupils with ALN (Additional Learning Needs) where required. Help maintain a safe, engaging, and nurturing learning environment. Support behaviour management strategies in line with school policies. Contribute to the wider school community and participate in relevant training sessions. Essential Requirements: Fluent Welsh speaker (written and verbal). Experience working with children or young people, ideally within an educational setting. Strong communication and teamwork skills. A positive, patient, and proactive approach to supporting pupils. Ability to follow instructions and use initiative when needed. Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply for one). Desirable:...

Vetro Education is seeking to recruit experienced and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to work in a Special School in Church Village, RCT. The schools support learners with additional learning needs, specifically ASD (autism spectrum disorder) and Global Delay and Vetro Education is looking for SEN Teaching Assistants in or around the Church Village area who are experienced in any of these fields. There are opportunities for full time, long term roles witin this setting as well as part time roles and ad hoc requirements if you are looking for work around other commitments. 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: Church Village, RCT * Hours: Full and Part time roles - Monday to Friday 830am - 330pm Benefits for a SEN Teaching Assistant...

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a mainstream primary school based in Blackwood. This school is particularly dedicated to enhancing and supporting the learning of children with additional learning needs, and pride themselves on the outstanding support that they offer to their children. The school is looking to take on a caring and patient Learning Support Assistant with 1 to 1 experience on a day-to-day basis. The successful candidate will provide excellent support to both children with ALN and the general class. This role is during regular school hours from 8:30 to 3:30. The successful 1 to 1 Learning Support Assistant / LSA will have: · Experience supporting children in groups or 1:1 · Excellent classroom management · A caring and nurturing personality 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 · Guaranteed Payment Scheme *Terms and Conditions apply* · CPD...

ASD Teaching Assistant Needed! Caerphilly An Outstanding Primary School based in the Caerphilly area is looking for an inspiring Teaching Assistant to join their school full time working with children with various ASD needs in January  The school are looking for the right candidate who has the passion, drive and experience in this field.  Are you passionate about being a Teaching Assistant? Do you enjoy supporting and developing children? The successful Teaching Assistant will 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 DBS disclosure and provide at least 2 references. In return you will receive: Brilliant...

ASD Teaching Assistant Needed! Caerphilly  An Outstanding Primary School based in the Caerphilly area is looking for an inspiring Teaching Assistant to join their school full time working with children with ALN.  The school are looking for the right candidate who has the passion, drive and experience in this field.  Are you passionate about being a Teaching Assistant? Do you enjoy supporting and developing children? The successful Teaching Assistant will 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 DBS disclosure and provide at least 2 references. In return you will receive: Brilliant rates of pay Working in a...

Learning Support Assistant Caerphilly January 2026 £85 - £95 Per day Are you a qualified Teaching Assistant with an impressive amount of experience working with children that have ALN? Do you take pride in building good relationships with children? Can you inspire young minds with an engaging teaching style on a 1:1 basis? TeaherActive is excited to be working with an excellent Primary School in Caerphilly. The school strive to provide their pupils with the best possible start in life and provides opportunities for every child to reach their potential. Their staff are committed to providing excellent teaching and learning activities so that pupils acquire a range of transferable skills, knowledge and understanding through the curriculum. The Primary School is looking to take on a passionate Teaching Assistant / TA on a part time basis, with the opportunity of a potential full time role. The successful applicant will be working in the foundation phase, supporting pupils in...

Teaching Assistant - Caerphilly Borough Have a passion for working with kids and helping them thrive in the classroom? Academics Ltd is currently recruiting Teaching Assistant to work in primary schools across Caerphilly Borough. Whether you are looking for short-term or long-term roles, or prefer part-time or full-time hours, we offer complete flexibility to suit your lifestyle and commitments. About the Teaching Assistant role: Positions available in a variety of schools throughout Caerphilly Support classroom teachers in delivering engaging lessons Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils Help create a positive, inclusive learning environment Pay: Starting from £88.94 per day (Pay dependant on length of role, experience and qualifications) What We Offer: Full flexibility - choose when and where you work A wide range of placements to match your skills and preferences Ongoing support from your dedicated consultant at Academics Ltd Opportunity to gain valuable...