Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Bryniago: Classroom Support Assistant

Educators Wales; Swansea; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Swansea seeks a Classroom Support Assistant for a new Welsh-medium specialist facility. This role involves supporting a creative, multisensory curriculum aimed at meeting the diverse needs of pupils. The ideal candidate will have experience in special education settings and a commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment.

Benefits

Caring and supportive community

Professional development opportunities

Focus on pupil well-being and diversity

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in a special school or primary setting preferred.
• Ability to support individual pupils' holistic needs.
• Commitment to safeguarding and well-being of children.

Responsibilities

• Assist the class teacher in delivering a creative curriculum.
• Support students with Additional Learning Needs (ALN).
• Create a caring and safe learning environment.

Skills

Experience working with children

Knowledge of Additional Learning Needs (ALN)

Ability to work collaboratively

Job description

YGG Bryniago
Pontarddulais
Swansea
SA4 8JA
Phone: [phone]

We are looking for an inspirational, experienced, and dedicated colleague to assist within a brand-new Welsh-medium specialist teaching facility. The Classroom Support Assistant (Specialist Teaching Facility) will be required to work closely with the class teacher to deliver a creative, multisensory curriculum designed to meet the holistic needs of our individual pupils. Relevant experience working with children in a special school, STF/Facility, early years, or primary setting would be advantageous.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• An active and happy community offering a caring, safe, and welcoming environment
• A positive culture that nurtures the school's motto: "Only our best is good enough"
• Enthusiastic children, hardworking staff, and supportive governors
• A relevant curriculum covering areas of learning and experience that challenge and inspire learners to achieve high standards
• A staff team that places strong emphasis on pupils' physical and emotional well-being and celebrates diversity within society
• High-quality, purposeful support for pupils with ALN (Additional Learning Needs)
• Commitment to continuous professional learning at all levels

Key Dates:

Application deadline: Midday, Friday, June 13, 2025

Shortlisting: Week commencing 16.06.2025

Interviews: Week commencing 23.06.2025

YGG Bryniago Classroom Support Assistant Job description ( PDF, 260 KB )

Application form - school-based support staff ( Word doc, 134 KB )

Please submit your cover letter and completed application form to the school office at [e-mail] , addressed to the Headteacher.

All applicants will receive confirmation that their application has been received.

This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Within Swansea Council there is a "Safeguarding is Everybody's Business" principle, and this applies to all Swansea Council employees, elected members, volunteers and contractors. Further details can be found at https://www.swansea.gov.uk/corporatesafeguarding