School Support Officer - L3 - Llanmartin Primary School

Educators Wales; Newport; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education provider in Newport is seeking a dedicated School Support Officer. This part-time role involves nurturing and supporting pupils, alongside administrative tasks. Enthusiasm, motivation, and good IT skills are essential. Join us in making a positive difference in the school community.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and motivated individual.
• Ability to support and nurture pupils.
• Experience with school-based systems beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support and nurture pupils at the primary school.
• Undertake various administrative and organizational tasks.
• Build respectful relationships with pupils and the community.

Skills

Motivation

Caring

Organizational Skills

IT Skills

Pressure Management

Relationship Building

Passion

Job description

School Support Officer - L3 - Llanmartin Primary School

Salary: Grade 5, SCP 12 - 17, £27,711 - £30,060 pro rata

Post No. EDSCH00417.3 - School Support Officer - L3 - Llanmartin Primary School

Part Time, Monday and Tuesday, 15 hours weekly.

Starting Date: 1st September 2025

The pupils, staff, and Governors are seeking an enthusiastic and caring School Support Officer who is highly motivated and works with initiative to join our school team at the start of the Autumn Term, 1st September 2025.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is enthusiastic, motivated, caring, and able to support and nurture pupils at Llanmartin Primary School
• Can undertake administrative, financial, and organizational tasks within the school
• Has good knowledge of IT packages including Word, Excel, and Google
• Has experience with school-based electronic systems such as iTrent and SIMS (beneficial but not essential)
• Can work under pressure and meet deadlines throughout the year
• Can build respectful relationships with pupils, parents, staff, the Governing Body, and the wider community
• Brings passion, energy, enthusiasm, and is driven to perform the role to the best of their ability

Holidays must be taken during school closure periods. The appointment process will include an interview with the school leadership team and Governors.

This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Closing Date for Applications: Friday 4th July 2025

Shortlisting Date: Monday 7th July 2025

Interview Date: Thursday 10th July 2025

We welcome applications in Welsh or English. Applications in Welsh will not be treated less favorably.

Newport City Council aims for a diverse workforce and particularly encourages applications from minority ethnic communities. Selection will be based on ability and skills.

Applicants should already have the right to work in the UK, as the council is not supporting sponsorship for right to work at this time.

Our values - Fairness for all, Making a difference, Being responsible, Working together

Ein gwerthoedd - Tegwch ar gyfer pawb, Gwneud Gwahaniaeth, Bod yn ufudd, Gweithio gydag eraill