A warm, nurturing primary phase within a respected all‑through school in Tonypandy is seeking Primary Teaching Assistants to join their team from September 2026. The school is known for its inclusive ethos, strong community links, and commitment to supporting pupils with Additional Learning Needs (ALN) from early years through KS2. Suppleo Education is a dedicated education recruitment agency built on understanding, respect, and long‑term relationships. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service to schools, teachers, and support staff across England and Wales. JOB DESCRIPTION As a Primary Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils aged 3–11 with a variety of ALN, helping them to access learning, develop confidence, and build essential social and emotional skills. Your role will include: * Early‑Years & KS2 Support — Working with pupils in Nursery, Foundation Phase, and Key Stage 2, adapting activities to meet individual needs. * 1:1 and Small‑Group Work — Supporting children with ASD, ADHD, speech and language needs, developmental delays, and emotional/behavioural needs. * Classroom Support — Assisting teachers with differentiated tasks, phonics activities, literacy/numeracy boosters, and hands‑on learning. * Pastoral & Wellbeing Support — Helping pupils regulate emotions, build friendships, and develop independence through positive reinforcement and nurturing relationships. * Creative Learning — Supporting play‑based learning, outdoor activities, sensory tasks, and structured interventions within the school’s ALN provision. You will need to be patient, encouraging, and able to create a safe, positive learning environment where young children feel supported and motivated. Daily pay rate: £92 – £100 per day (experience dependent) SCHOOL DETAILS * All‑Through School – Ages 3–16 * Located in Tonypandy * Strong ALN provision with dedicated early‑years support * Excellent CPD opportunities, including phonics training, ALN workshops, and safeguarding * Onsite parking and good public transport links HOW TO APPLY To apply, please submit your application through this advert or contact us directly on (phone number removed) and ask for Maddi. Please refer to our Privacy Policy on our website for details on how we process your information. Job Types: Full-time, Temporary, Contract Pay: £92.00–£100.00 per day
Primary Teaching Assistant in Tonypandy employer: Suppleo Recruitment Ltd
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