At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students aged 11-16, encouraging engagement and building confidence.
- Company: Teaching Personnel is a leading education recruitment agency in the UK.
- Benefits: Competitive weekly pay and free CPD and training opportunities.
- Other info: Position starts in September 2026 for the full academic year.
- Why this job: Join a caring team focused on student wellbeing and success.
- Qualifications: Must be 18+, with an Enhanced DBS Certificate and EWC Registration.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Newport, South Wales
From £92.63 per day
Monday - Friday | 8:30am - 3:30pm
September 2026 Start
Full Academic Year Contract
Be the Difference in a Young Person's School Day
Not every student needs someone to teach them. Sometimes they need someone to encourage them. Someone to listen. Someone to help them believe they can succeed.
Teaching Personnel is working with a welcoming secondary school in Newport that is looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support pupils aged 11-16 throughout the next academic year. This isn't just about supporting lessons, it's about helping students overcome barriers, build confidence, and make the most of their education.
What Will Your Day Look Like?
- Supporting a student who lacks confidence in the classroom
- Helping pupils with additional learning needs access lesson content
- Encouraging engagement and participation during lessons
- Working alongside teachers to create an inclusive learning environment
- Supporting small group intervention sessions
- Building positive relationships with young people who need an extra role model in school
You’ll become a familiar face that students trust and rely on throughout their school journey.
Why This School?
The school prides itself on creating an environment where every student feels valued and supported. Staff work collaboratively to ensure pupils are not only successful academically but also develop confidence, resilience, and independence. You’ll be joining a team that genuinely cares about student wellbeing and recognises the important role support staff play in school life.
Who Are We Looking For?
You don’t necessarily need school experience. We would love to hear from people with backgrounds in:
- Youth Work
- Sports Coaching
- Care & Support Work
- Community Projects
- Psychology or Criminology Graduates
Most importantly, you’ll be:
- Patient and approachable
- A strong communicator
- Reliable and professional
- Positive and resilient
- Passionate about helping young people succeed
A Great Opportunity For...
This role is ideal for anyone considering a future career in:
- Teaching
- Educational Psychology
- Social Work
- Counselling
- Youth Work
- Behaviour Support
- SEN Education
You’ll gain valuable experience working directly with young people in a secondary school setting while developing skills that are highly transferable across education and support professions.
To be considered, you’ll need:
- To be 18 years old or over
- Enhanced DBS Certificate (or willingness to obtain one)
- EWC Registration (or willingness to register)
- Two professional references covering the last 24 months
- A commitment to safeguarding and supporting young people
Why Choose Teaching Personnel?
As the UK’s leading education recruitment agency, we offer:
- Competitive weekly pay
- Dedicated consultant support
- Free CPD and training opportunities
- Access to long-term and permanent roles
- Opportunities across Newport and South Wales
Student Progress Coach in Newport employer: Teaching Personnel
Teaching Personnel, based in Newport, South Wales, offers dedicated consultant support and access to long-term roles. The team prioritises student wellbeing and professional development through free training opportunities.
