Teaching Assistant Level 2 - Tal-y-bont Primary School

Educators; Aberystwyth; Remote; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance

Lifestyle savings scheme

Generous employer pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Learning and development

Job summary

Tal-y-bont Primary School is seeking a Level 2 Teaching Assistant to support Foundation Learning. The role runs until Easter 2027 and offers the chance to help pupils access learning, develop confidence, and work with teachers on engaging activities.

You must be fluent in Welsh and English, hold NVQ 3 or equivalent, and be confident with ICT, safeguarding, and building strong relationships with pupils, families, and staff.

Qualifications

• Fluent in Welsh and English
• Experience working with or caring for children
• NVQ 3 or equivalent qualification
• Good literacy and numeracy skills
• Proficient ICT use to support learning
• Positive, flexible, and able to build strong relationships
• Understanding of safeguarding, inclusion, and teamwork

Responsibilities

• Support pupils, including those with additional needs, to access learning and build confidence
• Collaborate with teachers to deliver engaging lessons and activities
• Support development of Individual Education and Behaviour Plans
• Promote inclusion, independence and positive behaviour
• Assist with classroom organisation, resource preparation and wider school activities

Skills

Welsh and English fluency

Experience with children

ICT literacy

Relationship building

Safeguarding

Education

NVQ 3 or equivalent

Tools

ICT tools

Job description

Teaching Assistant Level 2 - Tal-y-bont Primary School

Salary: 26,016 *

About the role

Are you passionate about supporting children's learning and development? Ysgol Gynradd Gymunedol Tal-y-bont is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join the team as soon as possible until Easter 2027 to begin with. This is a great opportunity to make a real difference in the Foundation Learning Class.

As a Level 2 Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide support to pupils, including those with additional needs, helping them access learning and build confidence.
• Work with teachers to deliver engaging lessons and activities.
• Support the development of Individual Education and Behaviour Plans.
• Promote inclusion, independence, and positive behaviour.
• Assist with classroom organisation, preparation of resources, and wider school activities.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is fluent in both Welsh and English
• Has experience of working with or caring for children.
• Holds relevant qualifications (NVQ 3 or equivalent) and good literacy/numeracy skills.
• Can use ICT effectively to support learning.
• Is positive, flexible, and able to build strong relationships with pupils, staff, and families.
• Understands the importance of safeguarding, inclusion, and teamwork.

In return, you will be joining a supportive and dedicated team, with opportunities for training and professional development.

If you are passionate about helping children succeed and want to play a key role in their education, we'd love to hear from you.

For further information please contact the Headteacher, Sioned Morris via e-mail [e-mail] or 01970 832276.

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

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting childrenand adults at risk. As part of this commitment, certain roles withinourorganisationrequireaDisclosureand Barring Service (DBS) check to assess the suitability of candidates. Thisrolewill require an Enhanced DBS check.

Pleasenote 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

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