Level 2 Teaching Assistant - Full-Time - 27.5hrs + Lunchtime Supervisor

NPT Pass; Barry, Neath; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for committed and dynamic Teaching Assistants to join their outstanding team. This role offers the chance to support Key Stage 2 students while working in a nurturing environment that prioritizes child welfare. With opportunities for professional development, including progression to Level 3 and HLTA qualifications, this position is perfect for those eager to grow in their teaching career. If you are passionate about education and want to make a difference in children's lives, consider applying for this exciting opportunity.

Qualifications

• High-calibre and inspiring teaching assistant with a commitment to children's welfare.
• Enthusiastic and fully committed to school life.

Responsibilities

• Support Key Stage 2 students in their learning and development.
• Assist in classroom management and provide a nurturing environment.

Skills

Teaching Skills

Child-Centered Approach

Team Collaboration

Education

Relevant Teaching Qualification

Job description

Details of the job are provided below. Further information is available in the Job Description and Person Specification.

Job details

Job reference REQ04092 | Date posted 30/04/2025 | Application closing date 16/05/2025 | Location: Catwg Primary School | Salary: Teaching Assistant Level 2 SCP 3-5 £24,748 – £25,534 (27.5 hrs); Lunchtime Supervisor Level 1 SCP 2 (2.5 hrs) | Package: 27.5 hours per week, term time/temporary | Contractual hours: 27.5 | Basis: Term Time | Job category/type: Education and Schools | Attachments: JD Catwg Primary TA L2 April 25.doc, PS Cawtg Primary TA L2 April 25.doc

To commence 1st September 2025

Posts Available

• 2x Posts - Level 2 Teaching Assistant - Full-Time - 27.5 hrs
• Optional Lunchtime Supervisor - Part-Time - 2.5 hrs

TA Position 1: 0.5 Nursery / 0.5 Key Stage 2

TA Position 2: 1.0 Key Stage 2

(27.5 hours term time + optional 2.5 hours Lunchtime Supervisor Grade 1)

Temporary until 31st March 2026

About the Role

The Governing Body seeks committed, dynamic, and aspirational Teaching Assistants to join our outstanding team. Many of our TAs have progressed to Level 3, HLTA, and teaching qualifications. If development and gaining experience are your goals, consider joining us at Catwg!

The posts mainly support Key Stage 2, with Position 1 based in Nursery and Key Stage 2.

If you have a preference, please specify your preferred role in your application.

Contact & Application

Prospective candidates are encouraged to contact the school for further details.

Candidate Requirements

• Be a high-calibre, inspiring, and aspirational teaching assistant
• Be enthusiastic and fully committed to school life
• Put children at the centre of your work

Post Ref: POSN1018219

Neath Port Talbot Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Our schools are dedicated to ensuring the safety and protection of children and young people and will take action to safeguard their wellbeing.

The recruitment process will include rigorous safer recruitment assessments to ensure child protection.

This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service.

Application Process

Download an application form from eteach.com or jobs.npt.gov.uk. Alternatively, email the HR Recruitment Team at [e-mail] or call 01639 686837, quoting the post title and reference number.

Completed applications should be sent to:

Catwg Primary

Main Road

Neath

SA10 8BL

Applications can be submitted in Welsh; submissions in Welsh will not be treated less favourably.

Closing Date

12 noon on Friday, 16th May 2025