Temporary Teaching Assistant Level 2

Zellis UK Limited; Johnstown (Cambria County); On-site; USD 15,000 - 16,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Johnstown is seeking a Level 2 Teaching Assistant for its Resourced Provision Class. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to high educational standards, support diverse learners with ALN, and positively impact their development. This role, which is term-time only, requires strong communication skills, teamwork, and a passion for assisting children in achieving their full potential. The post offers a competitive salary alongside opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Must promote wellbeing and use positive behaviour management.
• Experience in developing individual development plans preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver interventions to support wellbeing, literacy, and numeracy.
• Support children with main stream classes where appropriate.

Skills

High expectations

Passion for supporting ALN children

Good communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Enhanced DBS

EWC registration

Job description

Ysgol Yr Hafod, Johnstown
Bangor Road, Johnstown, LL14 2SW
Alison Heale – Headteacher

27.5 hours per week
G04 - £15,375 - £15,619 per annum
From September 2025
(Temporary contract – until 31st August 2026 in the first instance)
TERM TIME ONLY WITH NO TERM TIME LEAVE

Ysgol Yr Hafod, Johnstown are looking to recruit a Level 2 Teaching Assistant to work in our Resourced Provision Class.

Our Resourced provision class supports up to 11 ALN pupils(age 7-11) with a range of learning needs.

We are looking for someone who:-
1. has high expectations of what children can achieve regardless of their level of ability
2. is passionate about working with children with ALN and supporting their needs
3. promotes high levels of wellbeing and uses positive behaviour management
4. has a good understanding of the importance of active learning and supports children with their individual development plans
5. can work under the guidance of the class teacher and show initiative and creativity
6. will deliver interventions to support wellbeing, literacy and numeracy
7. will support the development and maintenance of areas of continuous provision
8. has good communication skills with children, staff and parents
9. will work well as part of a team.
10. will support children to spend time in main stream classes where appropriate.

For further information about the role, please see the attached job description or contact Mrs Alison Heale, Headteacher on 01978 840643.

An Enhanced DBS & EWC registration is required for this position.

This online application facility is not yet available for school based vacancies, please complete electronically the attached PDF application form below. In the event that you need to complete the form manually, please print, complete and return to the school.

Completed Applications to be returned directly to the Head teacher to the email address below.
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The Council welcomes applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of race, gender, disability, sexuality, religious belief or age.

The Council is committed to developing its bilingual workforce and welcomes applications from candidates who demonstrate their capability to work in both English and Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

CLOSING DATE: Monday 30th June 2025
INTERVIEWS: Monday 7th July 2025

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