Temporary Teaching Assistant - Level 4

eTeach UK Limited; Wales; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

A community school in Wales is seeking a Temporary Teaching Assistant (Level 4) to support high-quality learning experiences. The role requires a caring and enthusiastic individual committed to working closely with staff and promoting the Welsh language. The position offers professional development and the support of dedicated colleagues. Ideal for someone eager to make a positive impact in the school community.

Benefits

Excellent professional development

Supportive colleagues and governors

Challenging environment

Qualifications

• Caring and dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant required.
• Commitment, energy, and drive to support staff.
• Willingness to contribute outside the classroom.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of high-quality learning experiences.
• Promote the Welsh language across school life.
• Communicate effectively with parents and staff.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff.

Skills

Support in delivering high quality learning experiences

Good communication skills

Ability to inspire and motivate children

Teamwork

Commitment to school life

Job description

Overview

Temporary Teaching Assistant – Level 4; Hours – 20 per week (Term Time Only); Salary – Grade 7 - £31,022 x 47.48%; Required for January 2026 (1 Term Initially).

Aberdare Park Primary School is a successful school serving the community of Aberdare within RCT. The Governing body wishes to appoint a caring, dedicated and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA – Level 4) to join our supportive and committed team primarily to cover PPA across the school. We are looking for somebody with commitment, energy and drive to join our team and work closely with staff to provide positive learning experiences for all our pupils. The successful candidate will work in partnership with the teaching staff to maintain and continue to develop an innovative, dynamic and engaging learning environment to ensure that our motto of ‘Every Child, Every Opportunity, Every Day’ is realised.

Responsibilities

• Be able to support in the delivery of high quality learning experiences for all pupils.
• Actively support the school and pupils in promoting and embedding the use of the Welsh language across all areas of school life.
• Have high expectations of learning and behaviour and inspire and motivate our children.
• Be supportive, nurturing and understanding with high expectations.
• Seek to make learning exciting and a positive experience.
• Communicate well with parents, carers and members of staff, as well as pupils.
• Demonstrate good communication skills both orally and in writing.
• Work well as part of a team.
• Be willing to contribute to school life outside of the classroom.

Benefits and Support

• Excellent professional development.
• The support of committed, enthusiastic and dedicated colleagues and governors.
• A supportive and challenging environment.
• Pupils who are eager to learn and are a credit to the school.

Requirements and Safeguarding

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 value diversity in its workforce and are committed to ensuring that no unlawful discrimination occurs in recruitment and selection on the grounds of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, transgender status (including non-binary identities), religion or belief, or pregnancy and maternity. We offer networks for employees including the Allies Network, a Disability and Carers Network and Perthyn, our LGBTQ+ Network. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application in English.

How to Apply and Important Dates

Should you require further information about the post, please contact Mrs Wilcox, Headteacher. The closing date for this post is Friday 10 October 2025 at 12 noon. Interviews will take place on 21 October 2025.