Hafod Primary School : Teaching Assistant Level 2

Educators; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Educators is seeking an outstanding Teaching Assistant Level 2 to join Hafod Primary School in Swansea. The role is 39 weeks per year, 27.5 hours per week, with pro rata salary between £26,427 and £26,847. The post starts 2 November 2026, with a temporary contract for the first period.

The successful candidate will work as part of a team, support high quality teaching, and help build positive relationships with pupils, parents and staff. Welsh language ability at Level 2+ is desirable.

Qualifications

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills with pupils, parents and staff.
• Willingness to contribute to school life beyond classroom teaching.

Responsibilities

• Support high quality teaching and learning.
• Engage and motivate children across all areas of learning.
• Contribute to the broader life of the school community.
• Maintain a safe, nurturing environment for pupils.

Skills

teamwork

communication

Welsh language ability

Job description

• Salary: GBP 26,427.00 - 26,847.00 per year

Post: Teaching Assistant Level 2

Closing date: 13/10/26 (12.00pm).

Shortlisting: 14/10/26

Interview Date: 22/10/26

Post to commence: 2 nd November 2026- 31 August 2027 (Temporary in the first instance) Level 2 Grade 4, SCP 5-6, £26,427 - £26,847 (pro rata) 39 weeks - 27.5 hours per week. Please note that this salary is subject to term time only adjustment if appointment date is after the start of the academic year.

Hafod Primary School is committed to providing a safe, happy and nurturing environment in which all children thrive. We provide a relevant, engaging and inclusive curriculum that stimulates the natural curiosity of every child and is responsive to their individual needs. We effectively facilitate the acquisition of knowledge, skills and understanding to empower our children to become successful learners throughout life.

We are seeking an outstanding individual who is looking to progress within the Teaching Assistant role. The successful candidate will:

• be able to work effectively as part of a team.
• have high expectations both for children and themselves.
• have excellent communication skills and be committed to building positive relationships with pupils, parents and staff.
• support high quality teaching and learning.
• enthuse, motivate and engage children in all areas of learning.
• be willing to contribute to the broader life of the school community.

The ability to communicate in Welsh to Level 2 or above is desirable.

We can offer you:

• an excellent opportunity and scope to develop your own skills and to make a positive impact on the lives and learning experiences of the children in our care.
• the chance to work as part of a dedicated, friendly and highly supportive team.

We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced Disclosure. Childcare qualifications and having effective ICT skills to enhance learning could prove advantageous.

Safeguarding

Within Swansea Council there is a "Safeguarding is Everybody's Business" principle, and this applies to all Swansea Council employees, elected members, volunteers and contractors. Further details can be found at https://www.swansea.gov.uk/corporatesafeguarding