Job Description

Teaching Assistant Welsh Medium Primary School

Full time Barry

Are you a fluent Welsh speaker looking for a full-time role in a vibrant primary school? Do you want to make a real impact on young learners while earning one of the best rates in the market? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

What we offer:

• Long term placements Monday to Friday
• An excellent rate of pay - from £92.56 to £108.64 per day the best in the market!
• Welsh Government Approved Agency A recommended supplier of staff to schools
• Training & Development Upskill yourself with specialist CPD courses
• Pension & Benefits A company that truly looks after its staff
• Full time school hours Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 3.30pm

September 2026 start Urgently needed

About the Role

We are actively seeking a passionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a Welsh-medium primary school in Barry. Rated Outstanding by ESTYN, this school is looking for someone to support Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 pupils and enhance their learning experience.

The role would involve supporting pupils across key stage 1 and KS2. You would need to have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to compliment this role.

The Welsh medium school are looking for someone to compliment the school ethos and help provide the best education experience for their learners.

Key Responsibilities:

- Work on a 1:1 and small group basis to engage pupils in their learning

- Support the class teacher with a variety of tasks and prepare for the day

- Supervise the children through lunch breaks

- General administrative duties

- Work as part of a dynamic team and contribute towards the schools culture & ethos

- Be passionate about providing children with the best education experience

What we look for in you?

- The ability to speak Welsh Essential as the role is based in a Welsh medium primary school

- An enthusiastic individual with a passion for education

- An interest in supporting pupils to overcome barriers to learning

- Experience of working with children and young people

- An ability to effectively and positively manage challenging behaviour

- Professional interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills

- Good general standard of education (GCSE Grade C or equivalent in English and Maths) and IT proficiency

If you are interested in applying for this full time Barry teaching assistant post, then please click on the below link and submit a copy of your CV.

Look forward to speaking with you!