Senior Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Ely; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Herbert Thompson Primary School is seeking a dedicated School Learning Support Worker to join their inclusive team in Ely. This role involves supporting students, upholding school values, and contributing to a positive learning environment. The school offers a supportive community and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Free access to wellbeing and healthcare services

Excellent professional learning

Thorough induction programme

Qualifications

• Registered with the Education Workforce Council (EWC) required.
• Commitment to improving own pedagogy.

Responsibilities

• Support children in their learning and development.
• Uphold the values of the school.
• Collaborate with colleagues.

Skills

Caring and compassionate

Energetic

Hardworking

Team player

Motivational

Job description

The Governing Body of Herbert Thompson Primary School invites applications for a highly motivated and hardworking professional to join our inclusive school and successful team in the next phase of our exciting journey. We are proud to serve a highly diverse and tight-knit community in Ely, Cardiff.

Our Vision for the Future:

We believe in a world where all members of the Herbert Thompson community live with positive values and behaviours and have the aspirations and skills to lead happy and successful futures.

We are looking for someone who is :

1. Caring and compassionate;
2. Loyal and professional;
3. Energetic and has a ‘can do’ attitude;
4. Hardworking and resilient;
5. Committed to improving own pedagogy;
6. A team player who supports other colleagues;
7. Able to use initiative and motivate others;
8. Able to uphold the values of the school at all times.

What we can offer you in return:

1. Incredible children who are loving and capable;
2. Dedicated and hardworking staff;
3. Excellent professional learning;
4. A thorough induction programme;
5. Free access to school wellbeing and healthcare services, including a 24/7 GP helpline;
6. A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our children and families.

Under the Education (Wales) Act 2014, all School Learning Support Workers must be registered with the Education Workforce Council (EWC).

This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.

This vacancy is suitable for job share.

Internal candidates who wish to apply for this position on a secondment basis must obtain approval prior to application using Form SEC1 (4.C.081). Requests may only be approved by the relevant Chief Officer or senior nominated officer graded no lower than OM2 or, in the case of school-based staff, the Headteacher / Governing Body.

Herbert Thompson Primary is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We welcome applications from all sections of the community irrespective of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, religion or age.

Please download or print off the application form by selecting the “Apply Now” button.

Application forms should be completed in full and returned to the school by post or email for the attention of Mrs Kathryn Hughes, Recruitment Manager, before the closing date.

We understand you might use AI and other resources for your application; however, please ensure all information you provide is factually accurate, truthful, original, and does not include ideas or work that is not your own.

Actions & Key Dates

Advert Closing Date: Friday, May 23rd at 9am

Shortlisting - successful candidates will be notified during the day

Safeguarding and Child Protection are key priorities for the Council. We aim to support children and vulnerable adults to ensure they are as safe as they can possibly be. Our services and schools are committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children and vulnerable adults, and will take action to safeguard their well-being, acknowledging that children and vulnerable adults have a right to protection. This ethos is supported across the Council and all schools.

As an equal opportunities employer, we value diversity. We welcome and encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including those who are:

• aged under 25;
• not in employment, education, or training;
• from local communities, including disabled individuals, carers, and those from the Cardiff BAME and LGBT+ communities;
• able to communicate fluently in Welsh.