Higher Level Teaching Assistant - St Alban's RC High School

Torfaen County Borough Council; Pontypool; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Torfaen County Borough Council advertises a Higher Level Teaching Assistant position at St Alban's RC High School. The role is fixed-term for one year, 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, term-time only, with duties centered on supporting pupils academically and pastorally in a Christian school community.

The successful candidate will hold a Level 4 qualification in supporting teaching and learning, have strong numeracy and literacy, and be able to work well in a team while safeguarding

Qualifications

• GCSE/NVQ Level 2 in English and Mathematics or equivalent.
• A relevant Level 4 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning, Education or Childcare.
• Excellent IT skills and confidence with educational software and digital tools.
• Ability to work flexibly, collaboratively and within school roles.
• Commitment to safeguarding and maintaining confidentiality.

Skills

Numeracy

Literacy

IT skills

Communication

Teamwork

Welsh language desirable

Education

GCSE/NVQ Level 2 in English and Mathematics

Level 4 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning

Tools

Educational software

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant - St Alban's RC High School

Job details

Location: St Albans RC High School

Salary £33,673 - £36,581

Pro Rata

Grade 6

Contractual hours 32.5

Basis Term Time

Package Fixed Term for 1 year

32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year

Job category/type Education, School

Date posted 07/09/2026

Job reference REQ006551

Attachments:

• REQ006551 Recruitment Pack.pdf
• REQ006551 Higher Level Teaching Assistant - St. Alban's RC High School.docx
• REQ006551 Cynorthwyydd Addysgu Lefel Uwch - Ysgol Uwchradd Sant Alban.docx

Job description

Fixed term for 1 year

32.5 hours per week (8:30am - 3:30pm | Monday to Friday)

39 weeks per year - Term time only

We are seeking to appoint a compassionate, organised and dedicated Teaching Assistant Level 4 to join our caring Christian community. This is a key role supporting pupils to achieve their full potential academically, socially, emotionally and spiritually, ensuring they can thrive in a positive and inclusive learning environment.

The successful candidate will have:

• Excellent numeracy and literacy skills, with qualifications equivalent to GCSE/NVQ Level 2 in English and Mathematics.
• A relevant Level 4 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning, Education, Childcare, or equivalent experience.
• Excellent IT skills and confidence in using a range of educational software and digital tools.
• The ability to work constructively, flexibly and collaboratively as part of a team, understanding school roles and responsibilities and their own position within these.
• The ability to build positive and professional relationships with pupils, parents/carers and staff.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• An understanding of the importance of safeguarding and confidentiality and a commitment to maintaining both.
• A calm, patient, approachable and resilient nature.
• The ability to speak Welsh would be desirable and candidates who can support pupils through the medium of Welsh, or who are willing to develop their Welsh language skills, are encouraged to apply.

The successful candidate will share our vision of helping every child to "be the best we can be, with Christ at our side and respect, responsibility and resilience in our hearts."

See candidate pack for full job description and person specification.

For an informal discussion regarding this vacancy please contact Louise Penny, Business Manager on 01495 765800 or email [e-mail]

You must demonstrate how you meet the Essential criteria listed in the attached Person Specification in order to secure an interview

Torfaen County Borough Council strives to be a fair, supportive and effective employer. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. The Council expects all employees, paid or unpaid, to share this commitment. We value the range of experiences that a diverse workforce brings and therefore we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and under-represented groups.

Welsh Language Skills are desirable for this post but not essential. You are welcome to submit your application in English or in Welsh. Each application will be treated equally.

We are a registered Disability Confident Leader and are committed to the employment and career development of disabled people. Our Guaranteed Interview scheme guarantees that people with disabilities will be invited to interview, so long as they meet the essential requirements for the role. If you have a health condition, are neurodivergent, or use British sign language, and need to discuss reasonable adjustments, please contact the recruiting manager. We can only work with you to arrange adjustments if we are made aware of your requirements prior to your application submission, test or interview.

CLOSING DATE: Sunday 20th September 2026

SHORTLISTING DATE: Tuesday 22nd September 2026

INTERVIEW DATE: Thursday 24th September 2026

START DATE: Date to be confirmed pending DBS clearance

How to find us

Torfaen County Borough Council
Civic Centre
Pontypool
NP4 6YB