Additional Support Assistant

Educators; Cwmbran; Hybrid; GBP 9,800 - 13,000; Part time

Job summary

Coleg Gwent is seeking an Additional Support Assistant to support learners with additional learning needs during term time. The role requires 16.5 hours weekly, 9am–4:30pm, with potential for Welsh language use and training.

Applicants should have Level 2 with four GCSEs, including Maths and English at grade C or above. Experience with young people who have difficulties or disabilities is essential, and the post may involve personal care as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting learners with additional learning needs.
• Ability to work 16.5 hours per week during term time.
• Willingness to undertake DBS check and EWC registration.

Responsibilities

• Support learners on a 1:1 basis, including personal care when needed.
• Work with groups, coordinating with curriculum and campus support teams to help learners reach potential.

Skills

One-to-one support

Personal care

Group work

Welsh language (basic)

Education

GCSEs including Maths & English (C or above)

Level 2 standard

PGCE or willingness to achieve

Job description

Salary: £11,541.97

Additional Support Assistant

Job description

16.5 hours per week (Term Time)

Must be available 9am - 4.30 pm

We wish to appoint an inspiring Additional Support Assistant to help learners with additional learning needs to access the curriculum at Coleg Gwent.

Applicants should have previous experience of working with young people who have difficulties and/or disabilities and be educated to Level 2 standard with four GCSEs including Maths and English at grade C or above.

The successful candidates will be required to support learners on a 1:1 basis, including providing personal care when needed, as well as work with learners on a group basis, working closely with the curriculum and campus support teams to ensure the learners meet their full potential.

The ability to use the Welsh language at a basic level (or willingness to undertake training) is desirable.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh and will not be treated less favourably than applications submitted in English.

Requirements & Compliance

• Safeguarding: Appointment is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check and EWC registration (costs covered by the candidate).
• Qualifications: Lecturers must hold or be willing to achieve a teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE) within a set period.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Coleg Gwent is an anti-racist, Disability Confident Employer committed to equality under the Equality Act 2010. We welcome all identities and neurodiverse talent, particularly encouraging applications from underrepresented groups (Minority Ethnic, Female, LGBTQ+, and people with disabilities). Support includes six staff networks (Race, LGBTQ+, Disability, etc.) and an ED&I steering group.

Staff Wellbeing

We provide comprehensive health support, including:

• Subsidised gym access and wellbeing activities.
• Access to the Headspace app and mental health champions.
• Accessible campuses and prayer rooms.

Closing Date

20/09/26

Interview Date

01/10/26