Teaching Assistant Level 2

Neath Port Talbot; Neath; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Melin Primary School in Neath is seeking a Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join our caring team. The role includes 27.5 hours per week over 39 weeks, with an additional 2.5 hours lunchtime supervision paid separately. Start date asap, term-time only.

The successful candidate will be passionate about helping children thrive, have excellent communication, and work well with families and staff to support pupils’ academic and personal growth.

Qualifications

• Be passionate about helping children thrive and support their learning and personal development.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work well within a dedicated school team.
• Be flexible, proactive and contribute to all aspects of school life.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families.
• Inspire and encourage children to become confident, successful learners.

Responsibilities

• Be passionate about working with children and helping them achieve their best.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Work effectively as part of a dedicated and supportive team.
• Be flexible, proactive and willing to contribute to all aspects of school life.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families.
• Inspire, motivate and encourage children to become confident, successful learners.

Skills

Passion for children

Communication skills

Teamwork

Flexible

Relationship building

Motivation

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Job description

Details of the job are provided below. Further information is available in the Job Description and Person Specification.

Job details

Job reference REQ06143 Date posted 10/11/2026 Application closing date 24/11/2026 Location Blank Salary Grade 3 (SCP 4-5) £16,705.92 to £16,969.83 Package Blank Contractual hours 27.5 Basis Term Time Job category/type Education and Schools Attachments Level 2 TA JD and PS New format.docx

Contract: 27.5 hours 39 weeks Temporary to 31st August 2027

Start Date: As soon as possible

Level 2 Teaching Assistant 27.5 hours per week plus 2.5 hours lunchtime supervisory duty (£1,730.68 PA)

Are you passionate about helping children thrive? Do you want to make a real difference every day in a vibrant, supportive and nurturing school community?

The Governing Body of Melin Primary School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, caring and committed Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team. This role also includes a 2.5-hour lunchtime supervisory duty each week, paid at SCP 3.

Gross annual salary of Grade 3 (SCP 4-5) £16,705.92 to £16,969.83 plus additional £1,730.68 (SCP 3) for lunchtime duties.

As this is a term-time only post, applicants who commence employment other than on 1 September will be subject to a term-time salary recalculation in line with their start date.

At Melin Primary School, we are proud of our warm and inclusive ethos, where every child is encouraged to believe in themselves, achieve their potential and develop a love of learning. We are looking for someone who shares these values and is committed to supporting our pupils to succeed both academically and personally.

The successful candidate will:

• Be passionate about working with children and helping them achieve their best.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Work effectively as part of a dedicated and supportive team.
• Be flexible, proactive and willing to contribute to all aspects of school life.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families.
• Inspire, motivate and encourage children to become confident, successful learners.

In return, we offer:

• Friendly, welcoming and supportive colleagues.
• Enthusiastic and engaging pupils.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• The chance to make a meaningful difference to children's lives every day.

Neath Port Talbot Council is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our schools are equally committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children and young people and will take action to safeguard their wellbeing. The recruitment process for this post will be underpinned by rigorous safer recruitment assessment to ensure that children and young people are protected. This post is subject to an Enhanced Check from the Disclosure & Barring Service and registration with the Education Workforce Council.