Welsh Speaking Nursery Assistant

Teaching Assistant (Nursery Class) – Welsh Medium Primary School

Location:

NP4 (Pontypool)
Job Type: Full-Time/Permanent
Pay: £92.63 Per Day

Start Date:

1st September

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We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic, and reliable Teaching Assistant to join the Nursery class within a welcoming Welsh-medium primary school. This role is perfect for someone who has a genuine passion for supporting young children during their early years of education and helping them thrive in a nurturing learning environment.

About the Role:

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging learning activities for Nursery-aged children

• Help create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive classroom environment

• Support children's learning through play, exploration, and structured activities

• Assist with daily routines, including snack time, outdoor learning, and transitions throughout the day

• Provide personal care where required, including supporting children with toileting, nappy changing, and toilet training in line with the school's policies and procedures

• Encourage children's social, emotional, language, and physical development

• Promote the use of the Welsh language throughout the school day (appropriate to your level of Welsh)

• Follow safeguarding, health & safety, and school policies at all times

• Work collaboratively with the class teacher and wider school staff to meet the needs of all pupils

What We're Looking For:

• A genuine interest in working with young children within an early years setting

• A warm, patient, and positive attitude

• Confidence in supporting children's personal care needs, including toileting and nappy changing

• Reliability, flexibility, and willingness to learn

• Good communication and teamwork skills

• Welsh language skills are desirable, and applicants should be willing to support learning through the medium of Welsh

• Previous experience working with children is desirable but not essential

We

Offer:

• Full training and ongoing support

• A friendly and supportive school environment

• Opportunities for professional development

• The chance to make a real difference in children's early learning and development

• Potential for long-term and permanent opportunities

If you're passionate about supporting young children as they begin their educational journey in a Welsh-medium setting, we'd love to hear from you!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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