Teaching Assistant Level 2 – Aberporth Primary School; Canolfan y Don

We operate a bilingual policy. All applicants are invited to apply in Welsh, any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.

Job Description:

We are seeking an enthusiastic, energetic, and dedicated individual to join our supportive team in the Specialist Resource Centre, Canolfan y Don. This role involves working closely with pupils who have complex needs, including profound learning, communication and behavioural difficulties.

Main Responsibilities:

• Support pupils in their daily learning, in line with individual plans.
• Work closely with the class teacher and the multi‑disciplinary team.
• Promote independence, wellbeing, and social integration for pupils.
• Assist with personal care where required.
• Maintain a safe, positive, and stimulating learning environment.

Essential

Skills and Experience:

• Experience working with children with additional needs (desirable).
• Strong communication skills and a positive attitude.
• Ability to work as part of a team and respond flexibly to changing needs.
• Level 2 qualification in Learning Support or equivalent (or willingness to work towards one).

We

Offer:

• A supportive and welcoming team.
• A school environment focused on wellbeing and inclusion.

Note:
We reserve the right to extend the Final date to receive applications.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and adults  part of this commitment, certain roles within our organisation require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess the suitability of candidates. This role will require an Enhanced DBS check. Please note that the presence of previous convictions will not necessarily disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. We assess each applicant on a case‑by‑case basis, and take into account the nature and relevance of any convictions in relation to the responsibilities of the role.

Our goal is to create an inclusive and supportive work environment where all individuals are treated fairly and with respect. If you have any concerns or questions regarding this process, please feel free to contact us for clarification. Your privacy and dignity are of utmost importance to us throughout the recruitment process.

Work‑life balance

Lifestyle savings scheme

Generous employer pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Learning and development

Schools and Culture

We offer appropriate challenge and support to our schools, to help them deliver first‑class education to all pupils, across the age and ability range. Our primary functions are as follows:

• School Improvement: Leadership;
  Support and Challenge, Teaching and Learning;
  Digital Literacy;
  Literacy and Numeracy;
  Welsh in Education
• Additional Learning Needs: Provision for pupils with Additional Learning Needs, Inclusion;
  Attendance;
  Educational Psychology
• Pupil Wellbeing: Counselling;
  Welfare;
  Anti‑Bullying, Pupil Voice
• Education Governance: Data;
  Governor Support, Policy support
• School Admissions:
• Culture: Music Service;
  Cered;
  Felinfach Theatre;
  Museum
• Infrastructure and Resources: Planning School Places;
  Modernisation and Twenty‑First Century Schools Programme;
  Buildings;
  Grants
• Catering: Day Centres;
  Primary Schools;
  Residential homes.
• Childcare Unit: Childcare Sufficiency Assessment;
  Childcare & Play Grant;
  Childcare Offer;
  Out of School (After School Clubs and Holiday Play schemes);
  Day Nursery, Cylch/Playgroup & Childminder business support and staff training

Aberporth Primary School Our school is situated five minutes from the beach in the seaside village of Aberporth on the picturesque Ceredigion coastline. There are spectacular views of Ceredigion Bay from the grounds of the school. The school admits pupils on a full‑time basis.