Welsh Speaking HLTA

TeacherActive Ltd; Aberdare; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

TeacherActive Ltd in Aberdare is seeking a passionate Higher Level Teaching Assistant to lead our Nursery in a Welsh-speaking primary school. The Nursery Lead HLTA will take day-to-day responsibility for the nursery and deliver engaging learning experiences through Welsh.

You will work with three Teaching Assistants, supporting children's development and collaborating with school leaders and families to foster a safe, inclusive, and thriving early years environment.

Qualifications

• HLTA status or equivalent qualification.
• Fluent Welsh language ability.
• Experience in Early Years settings preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Nursery class on a day-to-day basis.
• Deliver Welsh-medium, developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
• Collaborate with three Teaching Assistants to build a strong team.
• Support children's social, language, and physical development in a nurturing environment.
• Work with leaders, staff and parents to ensure every child thrives.

Skills

Welsh language proficiency

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Team collaboration

Education

HLTA status or equivalent

Early Years experience

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Nursery Lead

Contract: Full-Time, Temporary

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Are you a passionate, enthusiastic, and highly motivated HLTA looking for an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the early years of children's education?

We are seeking an exceptional Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our thriving Welsh-speaking primary school in Aberdare. This is a unique opportunity to lead our Nursery class and play a key role in shaping the educational journey of our youngest learners.

Our school is proud of its outstanding reputation within the local community, its warm and inclusive ethos, and the strong relationships we have built with pupils, families, and staff. We are looking for someone who shares our commitment to excellence and can contribute positively to our vibrant school community.

The Role

As our Nursery Lead HLTA, you will:

Take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the Nursery class.

Deliver engaging, creative, and developmentally appropriate learning experiences through the medium of Welsh.

Work closely alongside three dedicated Teaching Assistants, developing a strong and effective team focused on achieving the very best outcomes for children.

Support children's social, emotional, language, and physical development in a nurturing and stimulating environment.

Collaborate with school leaders, staff, and parents to ensure every child thrives and reaches their full potential.

Contribute to the wider life of the school and uphold our values of respect, inclusion, and community spirit.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

Holds HLTA status or an equivalent recognised qualification.

Is fluent in Welsh and committed to promoting the Welsh language and culture.

Has experience working within an Early Years setting.

Demonstrates excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.

Is passionate about delivering high-quality early years education.

Can inspire and motivate both children and colleagues.

Has a positive, proactive approach and enjoys working as part of a supportive team.

What We Offer

The opportunity to lead a well-established Nursery provision.

A supportive leadership team that values staff wellbeing and professional development.

A welcoming and dedicated team of colleagues.

Enthusiastic, happy children who love learning.

A school with a fantastic reputation and strong community spirit.

Opportunities for continued professional growth and career progression.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.