Teaching Assistant Level 3

eTeach UK Limited; Wales; On-site; GBP 29,000; Part time

Job summary

A primary school in Wales is seeking two experienced Teaching Assistants to support children aged 3-11 years old. Responsibilities include assisting with structured learning activities under the direction of the teacher and supporting pupils with additional learning needs. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a thriving community in Abercynon, where you will work collaboratively to create a positive learning environment for all students. Applications close on 12th February at midnight.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Sound knowledge and experience of working in Early Years.
• Ability to support pupils with additional learning needs.
• Collaborative working style to support school values.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning across the primary age range.
• Deliver structured learning activities under teacher direction.
• Assist with planning, preparation, and assessment of learning activities.
• Promote inclusion, safeguarding, and positive behavior.

Skills

Experience in Early Years

Support for additional learning needs

Team collaboration

Job description

Abercynon Community Primary School

Ynysmeurig Road, Abercynon, CF45 4SU2

Hours: 27.5 hours – Term Time Only

Salary: Grade 6 – £28,142

Required to Start: 13th April 2026

Numbers of Pupils on role: 308

The Governing Body of Abercynon Community Primary School requires 2 Teaching Assistants (Level 3) to join a successful school for pupil ages 3–11 years old. This is an exciting opportunity to work in Abercynon Community Primary School and be part of the thriving community of Abercynon.We can offer you a happy and supportive working environment and you will have the opportunity to support children through an exciting and progressive curriculum.

Applications are invited from learning support assistants. The Governors of Abercynon Community Primary School wish to appoint 2 inspirational Teaching Assistants with sound knowledge and experience of working in Early Years.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning across the primary age range
• Deliver structured learning activities under the direction of the class teacher
• Support pupils with additional learning needs (ALN), emotional wellbeing and behaviour
• Assist with planning, preparation and assessment of learning activities
• Promote inclusion, safeguarding and positive behaviour
• Work collaboratively as part of a team to support the school’s values and ethos
• Be given opportunities to support their own professional development

The closing date for applications is Thursday 12th February at 12.00 midnight.

Safeguarding and EEO Statement

PROTECTING CHILDREN AND ADULTS AT RISK IS A CORE RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE SCHOOL AND COUNCIL. IN ADDITION TO THIS SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITY, THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT FOR THE ROLE WILL ALSO BE SUBJECT TO AN ENHANCED DISCLOSURE AND BARRING SERVICE CHECK.

The Council and School values diversity in its workforce. We are committed to ensuring that no unlawful discrimination occurs in the recruitment and selection process on the grounds of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, transgender, including those with non-binary identities, religion or belief or pregnancy and maternity. We offer a number of staff networks for employees including the Allies Network, a Disability and Carers Network and Perthyn our LGBTQ+ Network.

An application submitted for this post in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.