Primary School Support Staff

Primary School Support Staff – Flexible Opportunities | Carmarthen £14.30 per hour Are you looking for rewarding, flexible work in primary schools across Carmarthen? We are currently recruiting dedicated and enthusiastic individuals to support pupils and teachers in a variety of school settings. With our busiest period fast approaching, this is the perfect opportunity to gain experience, build confidence, and establish yourself within the education sector. The Role – What Your Day Could Look Like Every day can be different, but a typical day may include: Morning: Arriving at school and being welcomed by staff Briefing with the class teacher on the day’s plan Supporting pupils as they settle into the classroom Assisting with morning activities such as reading, phonics, or basic numeracy Midday: Working with small groups or on a 1:1 basis to support learning Helping children stay engaged, focused, and on task Adapting activities to suit different learning needs Supporting pupils with additional needs where required Break & Lunch: Supervising pupils during break times Encouraging positive behaviour and safe play Building rapport and acting as a positive role model Afternoon: Supporting creative lessons, sports, or practical activities Assisting the teacher with classroom organisation Helping manage behaviour and maintain a positive learning environment Providing feedback to the teacher on pupil progress What’s Expected of You We’re looking for individuals who are: ✔ Reliable, punctual, and professional ✔ Confident working with children of varying abilities ✔ Positive, proactive, and adaptable ✔ Able to follow instructions and use initiative when needed ✔ Passionate about supporting children’s development and wellbeing Ideal Backgrounds We welcome candidates with experience or interest in: Teaching Assistant (TA) / Learning Support Assistant (LSA) roles Childcare or nursery settings Sports coaching or physical education Psychology or education-based studies Health and Social Care Support work or care environments What We Offer ✨ £14.30 per hour ✨ Flexible work to fit around your lifestyle   • Day-to-day supply   • Part-time   • Full-time ✨ Short-term and long-term placements ✨ A variety of school environments to gain experience ✨ Ongoing support from a dedicated team Why Apply Now? Our busiest period is approaching quickly, and schools are increasing their demand for support staff. This is your chance to get your foot in the door, gain valuable experience, and open pathways into long-term roles in education. Apply today and start making a real difference in local primary schools. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website