Welsh Speaking Teaching Assistants

New Directions Group; Conwy; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

New Directions Group is recruiting Teaching Assistants to support pupils in Welsh-medium primary and secondary schools. This varied role offers daily opportunities to make a difference in learning and development.

Ideal candidates will hold NVQ Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualifications or HLTA/CACHE Level 3 in Childcare & Education, with LSAs also considered. Roles include ALN work across ASD, dyslexia, and other needs to help pupils reach their full potential.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualifications.
• HLTA or CACHE Level 3 in Childcare & Education are desirable.
• LSA experience in primary/secondary schools considered without formal QA qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the educational and social development of pupils under the direction of teachers and ALNCO.
• Assist in implementing Individual Education Programmes (IEP) and monitor pupil progress.
• Provide support for individual students inside and outside the classroom to enable full participation in activities.
• Assist class teachers with maintaining student records.
• Support students with emotional or behavioural difficulties and help develop social skills.

Skills

Adaptable

Committed to helping pupils

Strong communication

Education

NVQ Level 2 Teaching Assistant

NVQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant

HLTA

CACHE Level 3 in Childcare & Education

BTEC National Certificate in Childhood Studies

Job description

Are you a dedicated, supportive, and enthusiastic individual looking for a rewarding role in education? We are seeking Teaching Assistants to support pupils in Welsh-medium primary and secondary schools. This is a varied and fulfilling opportunity where no two days are the same, allowing you to make a real difference in students’ learning and development. Ideal candidates will be passionate about supporting young people, adaptable to different classroom environments, and committed to helping pupils reach their full potential. Join us and enjoy a rewarding role at the heart of Welsh education.

Job Specification

Teaching, Learning or Classroom Assistants are now vital resources for teachers and are heavily relied upon in schools.

We specialise in recruiting Teaching Assistants (TA) who are qualified in the following;

• NVQLevel 2 Teaching Assistant
• NVQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant
• Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
• CACHELevel 3 in Childcare & Education
• BTEC National Certificate in Childhood Studies (Nursery Nursing).

We’ll also consider experienced Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) who have previously held a job in a primary school or assisted a pupil in the role in a secondary school but do not hold any of the above qualifications.

Jobs in additional learning needs (ALN)

A large number of our jobs are in ALN and we fill many vacancies in schools with candidates who have particular experience in working with children classified as having:

• Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• Dyslexia
• Dyspraxia
• Multi-Sensory Impairment (MSI)
• Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)
• Profound and Moderate Learning Difficulties (PMLD)
• Emotional Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)
• Severe Learning Difficulties
• Physical Disabilities (PD).

As a teaching assistant you’ll be expected to:

• Assist in the educational and social development of pupils under the direction and guidance of the head teacher,ALNCOand class teachers
• Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Programmes (IEP) for students and help monitor their progress
• Provide support for individual students inside and outside the classroom to enable them to fully participate in activities
• Assist class teachers with maintaining student records
• Support students with emotional or behavioural problems and help develop their social skills.