Locations: Merthyr Tydfil, Rhondda Cynon Taf & Caerphilly
Contract: Full Time & Part Time Roles Available
Start Date: September 2026
Pay: Competitive rates – dependent on experience
Are you passionate about working with children and looking to start or build a career in education?
We are currently recruiting enthusiastic and reliable Unqualified Teaching Assistants and Cover Supervisors to work across a range of Primary, Secondary, and SEN schools throughout Merthyr, Rhondda Cynon Taf, and Caerphilly.
This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who enjoy supporting young people and want to gain valuable classroom experience — no formal teaching qualifications required.
- Support pupils across a range of ages and abilities, including those with Additional Learning Needs (ALN).
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Assist teachers with classroom activities and lesson delivery.
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Provide one-to-one and small-group support.
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Help create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
- Deliver pre-planned lessons in the absence of the class teacher.
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Manage classroom behaviour and ensure pupils remain engaged with learning.
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Supervise whole classes independently.
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Support students in completing set work and maintaining a productive classroom environment.
- Confident, adaptable, and enthusiastic about working with children.
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Reliable and able to work in different school settings.
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Strong communicators with good behaviour management skills.
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Patient, supportive, and approachable.
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Experience working with young people is desirable but not essential.
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Welsh speakers are encouraged to apply, though this is not essential.
Teaching Personnel can support you in obtaining:
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Education Workforce Council (EWC) Registration
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Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service
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References covering the past two years
- Competitive daily pay rates based on experience
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Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities
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Access to free CPD and online training courses
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Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
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Opportunities for long-term and permanent placements
Ready to take the next step in your education career and make a difference in local schools?
Apply now with your CV — we’d love to hear from you! #INDTP
