Teaching Assistant (Year 2)

Location: Barry, Vale of Glamorgan
Start Date: September 2026
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm (Term Time Only)
Pay: £93 per day

We are currently seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Barry from September 2026.
This role is initially offered for the Autumn Term, with the opportunity to be extended until July 2027 for the right candidate. The successful applicant will be based within a Year 2 class, providing targeted support to small groups of pupils who require additional help with their reading and writing skills.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping children build confidence, develop key literacy skills, and achieve their full potential.

The Role
As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the class teacher to support teaching and learning within the Year 2 classroom.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering targeted literacy support to small groups of pupils.
• Supporting children who require additional help with reading, phonics, handwriting and writing activities.
• Reinforcing learning objectives set by the class teacher.
• Helping to develop pupils' confidence, independence and engagement in learning.
• Monitoring pupil progress and providing feedback to teaching staff.
• Assisting with classroom preparation and learning resources.
• Supporting positive behaviour and promoting a nurturing learning environment.
• Providing general classroom support when required.

The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience working with primary-aged children.
• Has a good understanding of early literacy development and phonics.
• Is patient, encouraging and enthusiastic.
• Can build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Has strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Is committed to helping children overcome barriers to learning.
• Holds a Teaching Assistant qualification or relevant experience (desirable but not essential).

What We Offer:

• Competitive daily pay of £93 per day.
• Weekly pay.
• A supportive and friendly school environment.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• The possibility of the role being extended through to July 2027 following a successful first term.

If you are passionate about supporting children's literacy development and would like to make a positive impact in a Year 2 classroom, we would love to hear from you.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.