Actual Salary: Grade 3 SCP (3 – 5) £16,447.77 to £16,969.83

Contract: 27.5 hours 39 weeks

Llangiwg Primary School is a small, welcoming community school in the heart of Pontardawe. We pride ourselves on creating a warm, friendly environment with a genuine family feel, where every child is known, valued and encouraged to achieve their best. Our dedicated staff work closely together to provide a nurturing and inclusive learning environment where children feel safe, happy and inspired to learn.

Llangiwg Primary School is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified, caring and committed Level 2 Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a pupil within our foundation phase. As a 1:1 Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting a pupil with additional learning needs to access learning opportunities, develop independence and fully participate in school life. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference to a child's educational journey while becoming part of a welcoming school community that will support you to thrive.  

About the Role

The post holder will:

• Provide 1:1 support for a pupil in our foundation phase, tailored to meet their specific learning, emotional and developmental needs

• Support the class teacher in delivering a broad and balanced curriculum

• Help create a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment

• Promote the pupil’s independence, wellbeing and social development

• Work closely with teaching staff, ALNCo, external professionals and parents/carers

The Successful Candidate Will:

• Have experience of working with young children, ideally within a foundation phase setting.

• Be patient, caring and able to build strong, positive relationships

• Have an understanding of supporting pupils with additional learning needs (ALN)

• Demonstrate flexibility, teamwork and a proactive approach

• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

• Have excellent communication skills. 

Why Join us?

• A welcoming school with a strong community and family feel

• Access to local authority employee benefits, including generous pension, wellbeing support and discounted gym membership

• Term time working 

• Collaborative working with experienced and dedicated colleagues

Additional Information:

This post is subject to:

• An enhanced DBS check

• Satisfactory references

• Registration with the Education Workforce Council

• Compliance with safeguarding procedures

Llangiwg Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children. We expect all staff to share this commitment.

Welsh: Not Essential