Graduate Teaching Assistant: Kick-Start Your Career in Education! in Pontypridd

Type: Flexible Supply / Long-term / Contract (depending on availability)

Location: Cardiff & surrounding areas

Start date: September 2026 / ASAP

Hours: Full-time and part-time opportunities available

Pay: Competitive daily rate

Just graduated? Thinking about a PGCE, Educational Psychology, Youth Work or a career in education? There's no better way to gain meaningful classroom experience than working as a Graduate Teaching Assistant. Elementa Support Services is partnering with welcoming and supportive primary and secondary schools across South Wales to recruit enthusiastic graduates who are ready to make a real difference in the classroom.

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you'll work alongside experienced teachers, supporting pupils to achieve their potential while developing the practical skills, confidence and knowledge that teacher training providers and schools are looking for. If you're passionate about helping young people succeed and want to build an outstanding foundation for your future career, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

• Supporting teachers to deliver engaging and inclusive lessons
• Working one-to-one or with small groups of pupils to improve learning outcomes
• Encouraging pupils' confidence, independence and engagement
• Supporting children with Additional Learning Needs (ALN) and helping them overcome barriers to learning
• Promoting positive behaviour and helping to create a safe, supportive learning environment
• Assisting with classroom activities, resources and day-to-day school life
• Building positive relationships with pupils, teachers and parents
• Gaining first-hand experience of how successful schools operate

Who We're Looking For

• Degree qualified (or due to graduate shortly) in any subject
• Passionate about education and supporting young people
• Considering a future career in teaching or education
• Friendly, patient and approachable
• Confident communicators with excellent interpersonal skills
• Reliable, adaptable and eager to learn
• Able to build positive relationships with children and young people

Previous experience working with children or young people is beneficial but not essential. Your enthusiasm, professionalism and willingness to learn are just as important.

Why Join Elementa Support Services?

• Gain invaluable classroom experience before applying for your PGCE
• Get paid while developing skills that teacher training providers value
• Flexible work to fit around travel, further study or other commitments
• Experience across a range of primary and secondary schools
• Weekly pay with competitive rates
• Dedicated support from experienced education recruitment specialists
• Opportunities to progress into long-term placements and permanent school roles

Many of our Graduate Teaching Assistants go on to secure places on PGCE, School Direct and other teacher training programmes after gaining valuable experience through Elementa.

Essential Requirements

• Be registered with the Education Workforce Council (EWC) in the appropriate category as a School Learning Support Worker (Elementa can support you through the registration process)
• Hold a current Enhanced DBS Certificate registered with the DBS Update Service, or be willing to obtain one through Elementa
• Have the right to work in the UK
• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

Ready to Take the First Step?

If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference while gaining the experience needed for a successful career in education, this could be the perfect opportunity.