Teaching Assistant Level 2 – Penparc Primary School

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

Job summary

A local education authority in Cardigan is recruiting a Level 2 Teaching Assistant to support pupils with behavioral and additional learning needs from 2/2/2026 until 17/7/2026. The role involves providing tailored support for students, ensuring safety, and promoting positive behavior. Candidates should have NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience and good literacy skills. Join a committed school community offering professional development opportunities and a chance to make a real difference in students' lives.

Benefits

Work-life balance

Lifestyle savings scheme

Generous employer pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working with or caring for children of relevant age.
• Holds NVQ Level 3 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent qualifications/experience.
• Good literacy and numeracy skills and confident using ICT to support learning.
• Understanding of child development and learning strategies.
• First aid training or willingness to undertake it.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support for pupils with special educational needs.
• Deliver outreach support and assist with Individual Education and Behaviour Plans.
• Promote inclusion, independence, and positive behaviour.
• Support learning activities and monitor pupil progress.
• Create a purposeful and supportive learning environment.

Skills

Experience with children

Good literacy and numeracy skills

Confident using ICT

Ability to work independently

Flexibility and proactivity

Education

NVQ Level 3 for Teaching Assistants

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 2 – Penparc Primary School

Do you have experience supporting pupils with behavioural or additional learning needs? Are you ready to take on a more independent role in helping children thrive in school?

Ysgol Gymunedol penparc is recruiting a Teaching Assistant – Level 2 (Behaviour/Guidance/Support) to join our team from 2/2/2026 until 17/7/2026. This is a rewarding opportunity to support pupils both in and beyond the classroom.

As a Level 2 Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide tailored support for pupils, including those with special educational needs, ensuring their safety and access to learning.
• Use specialist skills and experience to deliver outreach support and assist with Individual Education and Behaviour Plans.
• Promote inclusion, independence, and positive behaviour.
• Support learning activities, monitor pupil progress, and provide feedback to teachers.
• Help create a purposeful and supportive learning environment.
• Build strong relationships with pupils, staff, and families, and contribute to wider school life including trips and activities.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience working with or caring for children of relevant age.
• Holds NVQ Level 3 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent qualifications/experience.
• Has good literacy and numeracy skills and is confident using ICT to support learning.
• Understands child development, learning strategies, and relevant policies.
• Is flexible, proactive, and able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Has first aid training or is willing to undertake it.

Why Join Us?

Join a caring and committed school community where your skills and experience will be valued. We offer opportunities for professional development and training, helping you grow in your role while making a real difference to pupils’ learning and wellbeing.

If you’re passionate about helping children succeed and want to play a key role in their education, 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. Please note that the presence of previous convictions will not necessarily disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. 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. 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: 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