Teaching Assistant Level 1

Cyngor Sir Ceredigion County Council; Aberystwyth; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational authority in Wales is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant Level 1 for Penrhyncoch Primary School. This role involves supporting children with additional needs, attending to their personal care, and favoring inclusion across the school. Ideal candidates are flexible, possess good literacy and numeracy skills, and have experience with children. Opportunities for professional development and a commitment to work-life balance are part of the offer.

Benefits

Work-life balance

Lifestyle savings scheme

Generous employer pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Learning and development

Qualifications

• Experience working with or caring for children of relevant age.
• Good literacy and numeracy skills, willing to complete the Teaching Assistant Induction Programme.
• Ability to use basic ICT to support learning.
• Flexible, positive, and able to build strong relationships.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with additional needs and ensure their safety.
• Attend to pupils’ personal needs including hygiene.
• Help implement and review Individual Education and Behaviour Plans.
• Promote inclusion and positive behaviour across the school.

Skills

Experience working with children

Literacy and numeracy skills

Basic ICT skills

Flexibility and positivity

First aid knowledge

Job description

We operate a bilingual policy. All applicants are invited to apply in Welsh, any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.

Teaching Assistant Level 1 – Penrhyncoch Primary School

Do you have a passion for supporting pupils to thrive in a nurturing and inclusive environment? Are you committed to helping children overcome barriers to learning and develop positive behaviours?

Penrhyncoch Primary School is recruiting a Teaching Assistant – Level 1 (Behaviour/Guidance/Support) to join the team. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of pupils who need extra support to succeed.

As a Level 1 Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support pupils with additional needs, ensuring their safety and access to learning.
• Attend to pupils’ personal needs, including social, health, hygiene, and welfare matters.
• Help implement and review Individual Education and Behaviour Plans, and Personal Care programmes.
• Promote inclusion, independence, and positive behaviour across the school.
• Assist with classroom organisation, preparation of resources, and school activities such as trips and out‑of‑class events.
• Work closely with teachers to support learning and manage pupil behaviour effectively.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience working with or caring for children of relevant age.
• Holds good literacy and numeracy skills, and is willing to complete the Teaching Assistant Induction Programme.
• Can use basic ICT to support learning and classroom activities.
• Is flexible, positive, and able to build strong relationships with pupils, staff, and families.
• Understands the importance of safeguarding, inclusion, and teamwork.
• Has appropriate knowledge of first aid and is comfortable supporting pupils’ Providers personal needs.

Why Join Us?

Become part of a supportive and committed school community, where your contribution is valued and your development is encouraged. We offer opportunities for training and professional growth, helping you build a rewarding career in education while making a meaningful impact on pupils’ wellbeing and learning.

If you’re enthusiastic about helping children succeed and want to play a key role in their educational journey, we’d love to hear from you.

Note: We reserve the right to extend the application closing date.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk. As part of this commitment, certain roles within our organisation require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess the suitability of candidates. This role will require an Enhanced DBS check. Pleasenote that the presence of previous convictions will not necessarily disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. concede We assess each applicant on a case‑by‑case basis, and take into account the nature and relevance of any convictions in relation to the responsibilities of the role је. Our goal is to create an inclusive and supportive work environment where all individuals are treated fairly and with respect. If you have any concerns or questions regarding this process, please feel free to contact us for clarification. Your privacy and dignity are of utmost importance to us throughout the recruitment process.

What we offer

Work‑life balance

Lifestyle savings scheme

Generous employer pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Learning and development

Where you'll work

Schools and Culture

We offer appropriate challenge and support to our schools, to help them deliver first class education to all pupils, across the age and ability range. Our primary functions are as follows:

• School Improvement: Leadership; Support and Challenge, Teaching and Learning; Digital Literacy; Literacy and Numeracy; Welsh in Education
• Additional Learning Needs: Provision for pupils with Additional Learning Needs, Inclusion; Attendance; Educational Psychology
• Pupil Wellbeing: Counselling; Welfare; Anti‑Bullying, Pupil Voice
• Education Governance: Data; Governor Support, Policy support
• School Admissions
• Culture: sheriff> Music Service; Cered; Felinfach Theatre; Museum
• Infrastructure and Resources: Planning School Places; Modernisation and Twenty First Century Schools Programme; Buildings; Grants
• Catering: Day Centres; Primary Schools; Residential homes.
• Childcare Unit: Childcare Sufficiency Assessment; Childcare & Play Grant黄金; Childcare سری; Out of School (After School Clubs and Holiday Playschemes); Day Nursery, Cylch/Playgroupทง; Childminder business support and staff training