Are you looking for a rewarding Teaching Assistant job in Newport? Do you have experience supporting pupils with Additional Learning Needs (ALN) or challenging behaviour?

We are currently recruiting for a dedicated Interventions Teaching Assistant to work within secondary schools in Newport and surrounding areas. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference by supporting pupils on a 1:1 and small group basis.

• Job Title: Interventions Teaching Assistant
• Location: Newport & surrounding areas
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:00pm
• Pay: From £13.75 per hour
• Start Date: ASAP
• Sector: Secondary Education (Mainstream & ALN Support)

As an Interventions Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils with Additional Learning Needs (ALN) and behavioural challenges within a mainstream secondary school setting.

You will play a key role in helping students develop academically, socially, and emotionally, working closely with teachers and SEN staff to deliver targeted interventions.

This role is ideal for someone who is:

• Passionate about education
• Resilient and patient
• Experienced in 1:1 support or small group interventions

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with ALN
• Deliver targeted literacy and numeracy interventions
• Support pupils with behavioural and emotional needs
• Build strong relationships with pupils, staff, and parents
• Help create a positive and inclusive learning environment
• Follow all safeguarding and child protection policies
• Work collaboratively with teachers and support staff
• Adapt to changing classroom and pupil needs

To be considered for this Teaching Assistant role, you must:

• Be registered with the Education Workforce Council (EWC)
• Hold a Child Workforce DBS (or be willing to obtain one)
• Provide 2 professional references covering the last 24 months
• Demonstrate resilience and confidence managing challenging behaviour

• Competitive hourly pay
• Full-time, consistent school hours