Learning support assistant

New Directions

📍 Torfaen Principal Area, Wales, United Kingdom

Temporary Other Educational Instruction and Library Occupations

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for caring, enthusiastic, and motivated Teaching Assistant’s to join our supportive school community in Torfaen. You will work closely with teachers to help pupils achieve their full potential by providing classroom support, encouraging positive learning behaviours, and assisting with individual and small-group activities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support teachers in planning and delivering engaging learning activities.
  • Work with individual pupils and small groups to reinforce learning.
  • Help create a positive, inclusive, and safe classroom environment.
  • Assist pupils with additional learning, behavioural, or physical needs where required.
  • Prepare learning materials and classroom resources.
  • Monitor and record pupils’ progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.
  • Supervise pupils during lessons, breaks, educational visits, and other school activities.