Teaching Assistant Level 1 - Ysgol Henry Richard

Educators Wales; Tregaron; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization is seeking a Level 1 Teaching Assistant for Ysgol Henry Richard. The role involves supporting pupils with additional learning needs through direct supervision in a classroom environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to ensuring that all children receive quality education and possess communication skills in Welsh.

Benefits

Work-life balance

Lifestyle savings scheme

Generous employer pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with additional learning needs.
• Ability to communicate in Welsh is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with additional learning needs.
• Work under supervision in the classroom.
• Assist with pupil and classroom management.

Skills

Communication in Welsh

Support for pupil learning

Classroom management

Job description

Teaching Assistant Level 1 - Ysgol Henry Richard

Salary: 23,656 *

About the role

Please note that the advertised salary for this position is subject to a pending pay award. The final salary will be adjusted in line with the nationally agreed pay award.

Applications are invited from an enthusiastic and committed person to join a very successful team in the learning support department by September 1st, 2025. The individual will be required to support pupils with additional learning needs.

The successful candidate will be expected to work under the direct supervision of teaching staff/senior staff, usually in the classroom with the teacher; support access to learning for pupils and provide general support for the teacher with pupil and classroom management.

Previous experience of working with children with additional learning needs will be desirable, and the ability to communicate in Welsh is essential.

Job Description and Person Specification

For more information, please contact Mr Dorian Pugh, Headteacher of Ysgol Henry Richard, at: [e-mail]

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. Please note that the presence of previous convictions will not necessarily disqualify a candidate from consideration. We assess each applicant on a case-by-case basis, considering the nature and relevance of any convictions in relation to the role's responsibilities. Our goal is to create an inclusive and supportive work environment where all individuals are treated fairly and with respect. If you have concerns or questions regarding this process, please contact us for clarification. Your privacy and dignity are of utmost importance throughout the recruitment process.

What we offer

• Work-life balance
• Lifestyle savings scheme
• Generous employer pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Learning and development opportunities

Where you'll work

Schools and Culture

We support our schools in delivering first-class education to all pupils, across the age and ability range. Our primary functions include:

• 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: 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; Childcare Offer; Out of School (After School Clubs and Holiday Playschemes); Day Nursery, Cylch/Playgroup & Childminder business support and staff training

Tregaron is a market town on the western edge of the Cambrian Mountains.