Temporary Level 4 Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
2 days (12.5) hours per week / 39 weeks per year
Possible Secondment Opportunity
To start: 1st September 2026, providing the relevant checks are complete.
The Governors of Rhos Primary School wish to appoint a responsible, reliable person for the post of Teaching Assistant. The post will require the successful applicant to plan and deliver to classes across the school.
The successful candidate will:
• Demonstrate the ability to plan, deliver and evaluate learning activities in line with the Teaching Assistant Standards in Wales.
• Support pupils’ learning effectively, including individuals, small groups and whole classes.
• Promote inclusive practice, ensuring all learners are engaged, supported and challenged.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and other staff to create a positive learning environment.
• Use effective behaviour management strategies to support pupils’ wellbeing and engagement.
• Reflect on their own practice and contribute to continuous professional development.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, parents and the wider school community.
• Attend and contribute to weekly after school staff meetings (ADDS)
• Demonstrate professionalism, reliability and a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
We are looking for someone who:
• Has relevant qualifications and/or experience in a school setting.
• Is organised, flexible and proactive.
• Has strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is committed to supporting learners to achieve their full potential.
• Must be qualified to NVQ Level 4 or equivalent in a related childcare discipline.
Neath Port Talbot Council is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our schools are equally committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children and young people and will take action to safeguard their wellbeing. The recruitment process for this post will be underpinned by rigorous safer recruitment assessment to ensure that children and young people are protected. This post is subject to an Enhanced Check from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh, applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Closing Date: 13th July 2026
Interviews: 16th July 2026
Welsh: Desirable
Mae Rhos Primary School yn ymrwymedig i ddiogelu a hyrwyddo lles plant, pobl ifanc ac oedolion agored i newid, ac mae’n disgwyl i’r holl staff a gwirfoddolwyr ddeall a rhannu’r ymrwymiad hwn. Mae ymrwymiad cyffredin gennym i ddatblygu diwylliant o barch, lle na chaiff gwahaniaethu ei oddef. Rydym yn croesawu pob cais, gan gynnwys ceisiadau gan bobl o grwpiau sydd wedi’u tangynrychioli ar sail ethnigrwydd, rhywedd, trawsrywedd, oedran, anabledd, cyfeiriadedd rhywiol neu grefydd.
