Learning Support Assistant (Centrally Funded) (Ysgol Afon Wen)

Educators; Wales; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Ysgol Afon Wen in Wales is seeking a Learning Support Assistant (Centrally Funded) to support Key Stage 3 and 4 pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorders. The role involves assisting the class teacher with individual programmes and supporting pupils in the base and in mainstream classes.

Term-time, 32.5 hours per week, temporary maternity cover. Start date 4 January 2027. Salary: Grade 6 (£29,071 x 77.15%) plus Special Class Allowance. Applications close soon.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with ASD.
• Good communication and listening skills.
• Team player with high expectations of achievement.

Responsibilities

• Assist the class teacher in implementing individual programmes for pupils.
• Support pupils in the base and in mainstream classes.
• Contribute to a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Job description

Learning Support Assistant (Centrally Funded)(Ysgol Afon Wen)

Salary: Grade 6 £29,071 x 77.15% plus SCA Allowance

Learning Support Assistant (Centrally Funded) (Ysgol Afon Wen)

Learning Support Assistant

Key Stage 3 and 4 Learning Support Class for pupils with Autistic Spectrum Disorders

Ysgol Afon Wen

Hours: Term time 32.5, temporary, maternity cover

Salary: Grade 6 £29,071 x 77.15% plus Special Class Allowance

Start date: 4 th January 2027

A Learning Support Assistant is required for the above provision. The post will involve assisting the class teacher in the implementation of individual programmes, and supporting pupils both in the base and in mainstream classes.

If you are passionate about children’s learning and wellbeing to help them flourish and succeed; are a values-led individual with high expectations of achievement of yourself and others; have excellent communication and listening skills and are a team-player who is willing to get involved in the full life of the school, then we would love to hear from you.

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The closing date for applications is Friday 6th November 2026

PROTECTING CHILDREN AND ADULTS AT RISK IS A CORE RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE SCHOOL AND COUNCIL. IN ADDITION TO THIS SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITY, THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT FOR THE ROLE WILL ALSO BE SUBJECT TO AN ENHANCED DISCLOSURE AND BARRING SERVICE CHECK.

The Council and School values diversity in its workforce. We are committed to ensuring that no unlawful discrimination occurs in the recruitment and selection process on the grounds of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, transgender, including those with non-binary identities, religion or belief or pregnancy and maternity. We offer a number of staff networks for employees including the Allies Network, a Disability and Carers Network and Perthyn our LGBTQ+ Network.

An application submitted for this post in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.

In view of the large number of Application Forms which are currently being submitted individual applications are not acknowledged. Consequently, if you do not hear from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application is unsuccessful on this occasion. In which case you are thanked for the interest you have shown in applying for a position within the Council.