Level 4 Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Caerphilly; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Cwrt Rawlin Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join their team. The role involves supporting the educational experience of children aged 5-11, covering planning and assessment time. The ideal candidate will be flexible, patient, and possess strong communication skills, contributing to a supportive school environment.

Qualifications

• Willingness to undertake 'forest school' training.
• Experience working with children aged 5 – 11.
• Ability to outline how they meet the person specification.

Responsibilities

• Cover planning, preparation, and assessment (PPA) time across the school.
• Support the delivery of an excellent school experience for pupils.
• Work collaboratively within a dedicated team.

Skills

Flexibility

Patience

Communication

Education

Relevant skills and experiences

Job description

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Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA – Teaching Assistant Level 4)

To start: 1st September 2025 (Pending recruitment checks)

Temporary, Fixed Term Until 31st August 2026 (in the first instance)

39 weeks per year

32.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday 8:40am - 3:40pm)

NJC Grade 8

Cwrt Rawlin Primary School is seeking to appoint an outstanding, enthusiastic, and committed Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our wonderful school community.

The team at Cwrt Rawlin Primary School is dedicated, hardworking, and supportive. The successful candidate will work as part of our team, providing enthusiasm, humour, and a determination to support each other in delivering an excellent school experience for our enthusiastic pupils.

The role involves covering planning, preparation, and assessment (PPA) time across the school. A willingness to undertake ‘forest school’ training and deliver sessions for children aged 5 – 11 would be advantageous. We seek someone who is flexible, patient, and able to communicate well, but most importantly, who will enjoy working with our children.

Applicants should clearly outline how they meet the person specification, including relevant skills and experiences.

Selection Process

• Visit to school: Thursday 22nd May 2025 at 4pm (please inform the school if attending)
• Application closing date: Monday 2nd June 2025
• Shortlisting: Tuesday 3rd June 2025
• Lesson Observation: Monday 9th June 2025
• Interview: Tuesday 10th June 2025

To request an application form, contact the school via email or phone.

Completed applications should be returned by Monday 2nd June, addressed to the Headteacher, Miss Ceri Evans.

All Learning Support staff in Wales must be registered with the Education Workforce Council (EWC) from 1 April 2016. Employment is contingent on providing satisfactory registration evidence.

For registration information, visit the EWC website or call 029 2046 0099. It is your responsibility to ensure registration is maintained.

View the Job Description and Person Specification by selecting the relevant attachment.

For an informal discussion about the role, contact Miss Ceri Evans at 029 2080 7070.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh; submissions in Welsh will be treated equally.

Applicants must provide proof of right to work in the UK, such as a birth certificate, passport, or work permit, in accordance with immigration laws.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974), and an enhanced DBS check will be undertaken.

This position is advertised in English only, as Welsh language skills are not required.

Note: The hours for this position have changed from 26 to 32.5 hours per week.

Safeguarding Statement

Cwrt Rawlin Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.