Teaching Assistant Level 1 Jubilee Park Primary School

Educators Wales; Newport; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary school in Newport is seeking a Level 1 Teaching Assistant to support children with additional learning needs. The role requires enthusiasm, motivation, and a commitment to professional development. The position is fixed-term, offering 33.5 hours per week and is set to start on 1st September 2025.

Qualifications

• Experience working with ALN pupils is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support children with additional learning needs.
• Nurture children to achieve their potential.
• Build mutual respect with pupils and the community.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Motivation

Caring

Teamwork

Leadership

High expectations

Professional development

Anti-racist commitment

Respect

Job description

Teaching Assistant Level 1 Jubilee Park Primary School

Salary: Grade 2 SCP 3 - 5 £24,027 - £24,790 (Pro rata)

Post No. POSN000306 - Teaching Assistant Level 1 Jubilee Park Primary School

Fixed Term Post: 1st September 2025 - 20th July 2026

The position will be 33.5 hours a week:

1. Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 8:30am-3:30pm
2. Tuesday 8:30am-4:30pm

Applicants are invited to apply for a Teaching Assistant to support children with additional learning needs at Jubilee Park Primary School in Newport, starting on 1st September 2025. Experience working with ALN pupils is highly desirable.

Jubilee Park Primary School, opened on 1st September 2017, is an English-medium, community-maintained school. It supports the Jubilee Park housing development and is within the Bassaleg cluster of primary schools.

We are a learning community focused on igniting a passion for learning. All members work together to prioritize wellbeing, creating a happy and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and celebrate success.

We are looking for someone who:

1. Is enthusiastic, motivated, caring, and able to nurture children to achieve their potential.
2. Is a committed team player and role model capable of leading and empowering children and colleagues.
3. Demonstrates and promotes high expectations.
4. Is committed to professional learning and development.
5. Is actively committed to working in an anti-racist learning organization.
6. Can build mutual respect with pupils, parents, staff, the Governing Body, and the community.
7. Brings passion, energy, enthusiasm, and determination to fulfill the role effectively.

The appointment process includes an interview with a member of the Leadership Team and a Governing Body representative.

The Governing Body and Local Authority are committed to safeguarding children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and is subject to an enhanced DBS check. Registration with the EWC is required.

Inspire, Nurture, Celebrate Success

Closing Date for Applications: Sunday 1st June

Shortlisting: Monday 2nd June

Interviews: Friday 6th June

Applications are welcomed in Welsh or English. Submissions in Welsh will not be treated less favourably.

Newport City Council values diversity and encourages applications from minority ethnic communities. Selection is based on ability and skills.

Applicants should already have the right to work in the UK, as sponsorship is not supported.

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