Pre-School Assistant; Complex Medical Primary School

Pre-School Setting Assistant (Complex Medical Needs) (Welshpool Primary School)

Salary: Grade 6, Point 11 to Point 14, £28,142 to £29,540 per annum pro rata, £14.58 to £15.31 per hour

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Pre-School Setting Assistant to provide high-quality one-to-one support for a child with complex medical needs within a nurturing pre-school environment. Working under the direction of the Pre-School Setting Leader, you will help ensure the child’s health, safety, dignity, inclusion, and developmental progress, while supporting access to the curriculum through play-based learning. This is a rewarding role for someone who understands child development and early years practice and is calm, caring, and committed to making a real difference.

• Provide one-to-one care and learning support for a child with complex medical needs
• Respond confidently to medical situations using Paediatric First Aid training
• Support learning through play-based Foundation Phase activities, promoting independence and self-esteem
• Assist with personal and intimate care, ensuring dignity, privacy, and safety at all times
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents/carers, and multi-agency professionals

• Full Paediatric First Aid Certificate (12 hours)
• GCSEs (or equivalent) including literacy and numeracy (Welsh desirable)
• NVQ Level 3 in a child-related discipline (or working towards)
• Willingness to undertake mandatory training (medical, safeguarding, first aid)

The above position is offered as a fixed-term contract in the existing pre-school setting, Tinytots. Some knowledge of Welsh is a requirement of this post. Applicants are welcome to discuss the post with the Head Teacher Mrs. Lorna Tuffin.

For application details: email  Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all in our care. This position is subject to satisfactory references, enhanced DBS and all other relevant clearances.

For application forms and job details, telephone ; or email ; or apply online at  and follow the “Jobs - search and apply” link. Completed application forms should be submitted to Powys County Council (see job vacancy on Powys County Council for details).

Closing date: 25.02.26
Shortlisting will be: 26.02.26
Interviews will be held: 05.03.26