Teaching Assistant (Generic) Level 2 (Ysgol Calon Cymru)

Powys County Council; Wales; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local authority in Wales is seeking a Welsh speaking Teaching Assistant to support classroom teaching and childcare for pupils with additional needs. The position requires the successful candidate to be fluent in Welsh, have experience working with children, and demonstrate commitment to the safety and wellbeing of all students. This is a 19.5 hours per week role, fixed-term until July 2026, starting January 2026, within a supportive bilingual community environment.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Opportunity to contribute to a bilingual community

Qualifications

• Fluency in Welsh is essential.
• Experience working with children with complex needs is desirable.
• High aspirations for teaching and learning.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom teaching across subjects.
• Build relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues.
• Safeguard pupils according to welfare policies.

Skills

Welsh language skills

Experience with children and young people with additional and complex needs

Flexibility

Good sense of humour

Commitment to personal development

Job description

Location: Mid Powys – a hidden gem offering safety, charm and natural beauty. The school is situated in a wide rural catchment area with two campuses and an active sixth form.

Overview

Ysgol Calon Cymru is an 11‑18 bilingual school that provides a calm, caring and enriching learning environment where pupils develop as happy, confident and respectful individuals. The school is committed to creating a supportive and inclusive culture where all teams work together in the best interests of pupils.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom teaching in a range of subjects and childcare for pupils with additional and complex needs.
• Build positive working relationships with colleagues, pupils and parents.
• Demonstrate flexibility, enthusiasm, resilience and a good sense of humour.
• Commit to ongoing personal development and contribute to the continuous improvement of the school.
• Safeguard pupils and support the school’s welfare policies.

Qualifications

• Welsh language skills are essential – the successful candidate must be able to speak Welsh fluently.
• Experience working with children and young people with additional and complex needs is highly desirable.
• High aspirations in teaching and learning for all pupils and a commitment to the safety and wellbeing of all children.
• Possession of an Enhanced DBS Check – a requirement for all school staff.

Benefits

Teaching Assistant – Welsh Speaking – 19.5 hours per week, fixed‑term until 17 07 2026, starting January 2026. The school offers a supportive working environment and the opportunity to contribute to a vibrant bilingual community.

Closing Date: 07 12 2025 (extended). Interviews: TBC.

Contact

Further information and applications are available on the school website: https://www.ysgolcalon.cymru/.