Teaching Assistant Level 2 - Malpas Court Primary School

Salary: Grade 3 SCP 5 - 6 £24,790 - £25,183 (Pro rata)

Teaching Assistant Level 2 - Malpas Court Primary School
Job information
Post No. EDSCH00587.13 - Teaching Assistant Level 2 - Malpas Court Primary School

The Governing Body of Malpas Court Primary School is looking to appoint a Level 2 Teaching Assistant on a fixed term basis (1st September 2025 to 20th July 2026) in the first instance, with the possibility of a permanent position.

The individual appointed will be required to work Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 19.5 hours a week as a general classroom assistant with the potential to support ALN learners. The position will be primarily based within Years 3 – 6 however, as with all teaching assistant roles, there may be occasions when the person appointed will be required to support learners throughout the whole primary phase. Experience of working with ALN pupils is highly desirable.

We are extremely proud of our friendly school. Malpas Court Primary is a school run by a dedicated hard working and committed staff, whose prime concern is to provide high quality education within a safe, quality environment.

The appointment process will involve a short group task observation and an interview with members of the school leadership team. The Governing Body and Local Authority are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS).

For further information please contact Mrs Llewellyn (Headteacher) on 01633 855005

Applications
Closing Date: 11th June 2025
Shortlisting: 13th June 2025
Interviews: 24th June 2025
Start date: 3rd September 2025

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as a Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) check).

We are committed to equality of opportunities and actively encourage applications from all sections of the community.

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We welcome applications for all our jobs in either Welsh or English. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Newport City Council is committed to working towards its workforce being more representative of the population that we serve and particularly welcomes applications from people from minority ethnic communities represented (or living) in the city. Selection will be made on ability and skills to undertake the role.

Newport City Council is not currently supporting applicants with sponsorship for right to work. In applying for a vacancy, applicants should already have the right to work in the UK.

Our values – Fairness for all, Making a difference, Being responsible, Working together
Ein gwerthoedd – Tegwch ar gyfer pawb, Gwneud Gwahaniaeth, Bod yn gufrifol, Gweithio gydan gilydd