Teaching Assistant Level 2

Educators Wales; Ebbw Vale; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for Level 2 Teaching Assistants to join their dedicated team. This role involves supporting learners with complex needs in a special school setting, fostering positive attitudes towards learning, and ensuring the emotional wellbeing and safety of students. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and organisational skills, demonstrating flexibility and enthusiasm. Join a caring and warm school environment where your contributions will make a significant impact on the lives of children and young people. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing team committed to providing exceptional support.

Qualifications

• Support learners with complex needs in a special school environment.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Enable learners to succeed by fostering positive attitudes to learning.
• Support learners' emotional wellbeing and ensure their safety.

Skills

Team Player

Excellent Communication Skills

Organisational Skills

Emotional Resilience

Holistic Approach

Education

Registration with Education Workforce Council

Job description

Salary

Grade 4 - £25,584 - £27,711 per annum pro rata

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please select the following link: Apply here

About the Role

Due to expansion and an increase in pupil numbers, Pen-y-Cwm School is seeking to appoint Level 2 Teaching Assistants to join our enthusiastic and dedicated team. You will support learners with complex needs in our 4-19 special school.

Candidate Requirements

• Be a team player, supporting our core values.
• Enable learners to succeed by fostering positive attitudes to learning.
• Support learners' emotional wellbeing and ensure their safety at all times.

You should demonstrate excellent communication and organisational skills. The ideal candidate will be resourceful, positive, emotionally resilient, and have a holistic approach to supporting children and young people. Contributing to our warm, caring school ethos is essential.

Additional Information

This role suits someone with flexibility, enthusiasm, sensitivity, and a good understanding of ALN. The post requires supporting learners across the entire age range.

Thorough pre-employment screening will be conducted, including a criminal records disclosure application. The postholder must be registered with the Education Workforce Council (EWC) as a School Learning Support Worker before starting. Registration details can be found at http://www.ewc.wales/ or by calling 02920 460099.

Important Dates

• Closing Date: Monday 12th May 2025 - 12:00 pm
• Shortlisting Date: Friday 23rd May 2025
• Interview Date: Thursday 5th June 2025