Teaching Assistant (Fluent Welsh Speaker)

Elementa Support Services Ltd; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

PAYE contract

Training & Support

Welfare support

Fair pay policy

Additional services

Job summary

Elementa are seeking fluent Welsh-speaking Teaching Assistants to join a supportive team across Rhondda Cynon Taff and surrounding areas. Roles involve assisting in classrooms, supporting pupils with additional needs and engaging with families and external agencies.

The position requires Welsh fluency, UK school experience, and a commitment to safeguarding. DBS/EWC registration or willingness to apply is expected.

Qualifications

• Fluent Welsh is essential.
• Experience working with children in schools, childcare or community settings is preferred.
• Patient, enthusiastic and a positive role model.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Committed to safeguarding and inclusive practice.
• Willing to undertake further training (SEND, THRIVE, Team Teach etc.)

Responsibilities

• Support learning in small groups and 1:1 across the school.
• Help pupils with additional learning needs or emotional/behavioural barriers.
• Engage parents and collaborate with external agencies to support pupils.
• Contribute to creating a positive, inclusive school environment.
• Take part in training and development opportunities

Skills

Welsh fluency

Childcare experience

Team player

Communication skills

Job description

Teaching Assistant (Fluent Welsh Speaker)

• Location: Rhondda Cynon Taff and surrounding areas

• Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday (term time only)

• Salary: £80-100 per day

• Start date: ASAP

• Essential: Fluent Welsh speaker, DBS & EWC registration (or willing to apply)

Are you passionate about supporting children and promotion of the Welsh language? Elementa are looking for friendly, motivated Teaching Assistants to join their welcoming and supportive team. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference to pupils’ learning and wellbeing in a variety of nurturing environments.

As a TA, you will:

• Support learning in small groups and 1:1, across the school

• Help pupils with additional learning needs or emotional/behavioural barriers

• Engage parents and collaborate with external agencies to support pupils

• Contribute to creating a positive, inclusive school environment

• Take part in training and development opportunities

We are looking for someone who:

• Has fluency in Welsh (this is essential for the role)

• Has experience working with children (school, childcare, or community settings)

• Is patient, enthusiastic, and a positive role model

• Has excellent teamwork and communication skills

• Is committed to safeguarding and inclusive practice

• Is willing to undertake further training (SEND, THRIVE, Team Teach, etc.)

Application Process

All applications will be managed by Elementa as the recruitment partner for our clients. Elementa is committed to the safeguarding of children in all of their processes and all successful applicants will have a full pre-screen to assess suitability. Appointment is subject to:

• Successful interview

• Satisfactory references

• Safeguarding & Prevent training

• EWC registration in the appropriate categories

• DBS Enhanced Disclosure (chargeable at £64.20 unless subscribed to the Update Service)

• Successful completion of the 60-day paid trial period

Elementa Candidate Commitment

• Weekly pay – no waiting for monthly payroll cut-off; paid one week in lieu

• PAYE contract – provides protections and employee rights

• Training & Support – access to free or discounted training including Safeguarding, Behaviour, Team Teach, SEND, Makaton, and Thrive

• Welfare support – regular contact from a dedicated candidate manager

• Fair pay policy – candidates paid to scale; any variation agreed in writing

• Additional services – access to partners offering tax, legal, and accountancy support

This role is not suitable for applicants who are:

• Not currently based in the UK

• Requiring employer sponsorship for UK right to work

• Without UK schools experience

• Without fluency in Welsh