Cynorthwyydd Cymorth Dysgu/ 3 x Level 3, Learning Support Assistant, Dowlais Primary School

Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council; West Midlands Combined Authority, Pant, Merthyr Tydfil; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking enthusiastic Learning Support Assistants to join their team. The role involves planning and delivering teaching activities, assessing pupil progress, and providing support for students with diverse needs. Successful candidates will work closely with teachers and parents to foster a positive learning environment. This is a temporary position with various hours available, starting September 2025.

Qualifications

• Support pupils with learning, behavioral, communication, social, sensory, or physical difficulties.
• Assist in developing Individual Development Plans for pupils with additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Planning, preparing, and delivering teaching activities under supervision.
• Assessing and reporting on pupils' development and progress.
• Liaising with staff and professionals about pupils.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Teamwork

Education

Evidence of qualifications

Job description

Job: Cynorthwyydd Cymorth Dysgu/ 3 x Level 3, Learning Support Assistant, Dowlais Primary School

Job Ref: LS044-2225

Job Scale: Grade 3 SCP 7-17

Job Hours: Various, see advert

Speciality:

Dowlais Primary School
Headteacher: Mrs J Estebanez

We are seeking 3 enthusiastic and energetic learning support assistants to join our school team. The key duties include:

1. Planning, preparing, and delivering teaching and learning activities, adapting as necessary under the supervision of a teacher.
2. Assessing, recording, and reporting on pupils' development, progress, and attainment.
3. Liaising with staff and professionals to share information about pupils.
4. Assessing pupils' needs and supporting their learning with specialist skills.
5. Supporting pupils' social and emotional well-being and reporting issues.
6. Assisting in developing and implementing Individual Development Plans for pupils with additional needs.
7. Covering PPA and short-term illness when required.
8. Supporting parents and carers in pupils' learning and providing feedback.
9. Supporting pupils with changing needs and those with learning, behavioral, communication, social, sensory, or physical difficulties.
10. Supporting pupils where English is not their first language and more able pupils.

Start date: September 2025

Grade 3 SCP 7-12 (£25,584 - £27,711 FTE)

Vacancies:

• 1 x 27.5 hours/week (temporary for 2 terms)
• 1 x 27.5 hours/week (temporary for 1 year)
• 1 x 11 hours/week (temporary for 1 year)

For more information, contact Mrs Judith Estebanez at 01685 351808 or [e-mail]. Closing date: 23rd May 2025.

Application forms available online or by phone. Evidence of qualifications required. Ability to speak Welsh is desirable.

Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting equality of opportunity. All employees must adhere to confidentiality and data protection policies.