Early Years and Foundation Phase Teaching Assistant

Severn Primary School; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary educational institution located in Cardiff is seeking a dedicated Early Years and Foundation Phase Teaching Assistant. The ideal candidate will show a commitment to nurturing young pupils and support their learning in collaboration with the class teacher. This role requires strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team. The position offers a full-time, permanent contract with responsibilities focused on enhancing student well-being and learning outcomes, aligning with the school's values.

Benefits

Child-centred approach

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Must be registered with the Education Workforce Council (EWC).
• Ability to communicate fluently in Welsh is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in class under the supervision of the class teacher.
• Work with ALN pupils on specific targets.
• Provide general support to manage pupils and the classroom.

Skills

Passionate about learning and well-being of pupils

Strong inter-personal and communication skills

Well developed Literacy, Numeracy and ICT skills

Ability to work well as part of a team

Job description

Post Title : Early Years and Foundation Phase Teaching Assistant

Post Ref : ED50296382

Contract : Full Time, permanent

Salary : Grade 4 SCP 6‑11 (£25,989‑ £28,142) Pro Rata

Hours : 32.5 hrs per week, Term Time only (39 weeks)

Working hours: 8.30am‑3.30pm (with 30 minutes lunch break)

Responsibilities

• supporting pupils in class under the supervision and direction of the class teacher
• working with ALN pupils on specific targets in their IDP
• providing general support to the teacher in the management of pupils and the classroom, including preparation, and routine maintenance of resources & equipment.

Qualifications and Personal Qualities

• are passionate about the learning and well‑being of all pupils
• are highly professional, committed and enthusiastic
• can provide a nurturing and caring approach to vulnerable pupils
• are able to work well as a team of adults in the classroom
• liaise well with parents / carers
• have well developed Literacy, Numeracy and ICT skills
• have strong inter‑personal and communication skills

Severn Primary School offers you

• A child‑centred approach, where every child is valued, supported and nurtured to achieve excellence
• Children who enjoy learning and are positive about school life
• An excellent and highly skilled staff who value high quality teamwork
• Opportunities to develop professionally and personally
• Innovative practice that focuses on good practice in wellbeing and learning

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

These posts are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.

Recruitment process

Please download or print 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 The Headteacher, Mr. N. Wilson, before the closing date.

Closing date : Thursday 8th January 2026 at 12 noon

Interviews

Monday 11th January 2026

Safeguarding Statement

Safeguarding and Child Protection are key priorities for Severn Primary School. 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, and acknowledge that children and vulnerable adults have a right to protection. This is supported in the general ethos of the Council and all schools.

Equal Opportunities Statement

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