With the new year upon us we are on the lookout for experienced Learning Support Assistants (LSA) to work within Primary Schools in the Cardiff area.  We are looking for candidates who are flexible and have a passion of working with children as we can offer a range of Teaching Assistant vacancies within the Cardiff area with an immediate start. We cover day to day positions as well as short and long-term vacancies.

Staffroom Education are working with a number of schools who are requiring Teaching Assistants to help out within the classroom as well as providing 1:1 support to pupils. As all of the work is on a supply basis we work around you.  So, if it’s day to day or long term work you are looking for then we can help.

We are also working closely with ACT Training where you can study your Teaching Assistant qualification whilst working for Staffroom.

The ideal candidate should have at least 3 months, recent experience of working within a classroom environment or hold the relevant Teaching Assistant Qualification Level 2, Level 3, Level 4 or degree in Early Years and Education or Childhood Studies.

The role of the Teaching Assistant is:

• Help prepare the classroom before class

• Tidy the classroom at the end of each class

• Support the teacher when needed

• Support reading groups

• Help with group activities

• Provide one to one support as well as working within small groups

• Help with administrative tasks

• Provide feedback to the teacher on the pupil’s progress

• To be aware of the planning and preparation of work

• To assist with the development of basic Literacy, Numeracy and ICT skills

We are looking for candidates who are hardworking, organised, reliable and flexible. You should also have a good understanding of the school curriculum. If you are looking for supply work as a classroom assistant why not apply today.

This role, along with all other teaching assistant vacancies currently on offer at Staffroom Education, has excellent benefits including:

• The very best rates of pay, incorporating our innovative Scalable Payment Structure (SPS); Guaranteed Pay Scheme Flexible payment options to suit your circumstances; Regular and varied work specific to your needs;

• Hands-on support throughout assignment and beyond;

• Referral Scheme for recommendations;

• Consultation and assistance with CPD;

• Advice on CV writing, interview techniques etc.

Staffroom Education is committed to the safeguarding of children and as such, require any individuals applying for positions to undergo or be in possession of a valid and enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB).