Temporary Teaching Assistant Level 2

NPT Pass; Wales; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Wales is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant Level 2 to support a pupil with additional learning needs. This role, based at Cwmafan Primary School, involves 30 hours of work per week, including lunchtime duties. Ideal candidates will have at least NVQ Level 2 qualifications and a passion for education. This temporary position is available until March 2026.

Responsibilities

• Support a pupil with additional learning needs within Foundation Learning.
• Contribute to developing children as independent learners.

Skills

Commitment to learning and teaching

Creative and inspirational thinking

Team collaboration

Motivating children

Confident in using initiative

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Job reference REQ04750 | Date posted 08/10/2025 | Application closing date 20/10/2025

Location: Cwmafan Primary School | Salary: Grade 3 SCP 3-5 (£17,370-£17,921) | Teaching Assistant Level 2 – 30 hours (includes 2.5 hours lunchtime duty) | Contract: Temporary until 31.03.26 in the first instance

The Governing Body are seeking to appoint an excellent and highly dedicated Teaching Assistant to support a pupil with additional learning needs. The post will be for 30 hours per week, including 2.5 hours lunchtime duty.

Responsibilities

• Support a pupil with additional learning needs within Foundation Learning.
• Be committed and passionate about learning and teaching.
• Be a creative and inspirational thinker with innovative ideas to share.
• Be an excellent team member with a positive attitude and a sense of humour.
• Motivate children and support their learning effectively.
• Contribute to developing children as independent learners and thinkers.
• Willing to contribute to whole-school development.
• Confident to use own initiative.

Qualifications

• The successful candidate must be qualified to at least NVQ Level 2 or equivalent.

Safeguarding and Recruitment

• Neath Port Talbot Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people; all staff and volunteers share this commitment.
• The recruitment process will be underpinned by rigorous safer recruitment to ensure children and young people are protected.
• This post is subject to an Enhanced Check from the Disclosure & Barring Service (child's list).

Applications may be submitted in Welsh; Welsh-language applications will not be treated less favourably than English-language applications. Welsh language is not required for this post.

For further information please contact Mrs L A George, Head Teacher, on 01639 896312.