Temporary Teaching Assistant General Level 2 (2 positions)

28.5 hours per week/39 weeks per year

Salary: Grade 3 SCP 3-5 (£16,502-£17,025) (pro rata). (subject to term time adjustment). The salary stated will be subject to a term time only adjustment for the commencement of employment outside of the start date of 1st September.

To start 1st September 2026. 

The Governing Body of St. Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, Neath is seeking to appoint two enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistants Level 2, who are sympathetic to the Catholic Ethos of the school, to join our supportive and skilled team.

These roles will involve 1:1 support within our Early Years setting, providing tailored assistance to pupils with additional learning needs (ALN). You will play a key role in helping children feel included, confident and able to access the curriculum.

We are looking for individuals who are:-

- Have experience working with young children, ideally in an Early Years setting

- Are patient, nurturing and able to build positive relationships

- Understand how to support pupils with additional learning needs 

- Work effectively as part of a team and show initiative

- Are flexible, proactive and committed to continuous improvement

- Support the development of independent learners

- Are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

The successful candidate must be qualified to at least NVQ Level 2 or equivalent.

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 & Barring Service (child’s list).

Applications may be submitted in Welsh, applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Welsh language is not required for this post.

Applications will only be accepted on a CES (Catholic Education Service) application form which can be accessed via the following link Model Application Forms (catholiceducation.org.uk) – please download ‘Model Application Form – Support Staff’.

If you require any further information please contact Mrs P Brooks, Headteacher.

Closing date: Monday 29th June 2026

Welsh: Not Required