Pontarddulais Primary School: Two Full Time Teaching Assistants Level 2

Pontarddulais Primary School
Upper James St
Pontarddulais
SA4 8JD
Tel: 01792 88238
Head teacher: Gareth Davies

Would you like to join our inclusive, happy and successful school as a Teaching Assistant?

The Headteacher and Governing Body of Pontarddulais Primary School are looking to appoint a committed Grade 4 Teaching Assistant to support pupils, including those with Additional Learning Needs.

The successful candidate will:

• be able to work effectively as part of a team.
• have high expectations both for children and themselves.
• have excellent communication skills and be committed to building positive relationships with pupils, parents and staff.
• support high quality teaching and learning.
• enthuse, motivate and engage children in all areas of learning.
• be willing to contribute to the broader life of the school community.

We can offer you:

• An opportunity to develop your own skills and to make a positive impact on the lives and learning experiences of the children in our care
• A range of training opportunities relevant to the post (CPD)
• The chance to work as part of a dedicated, friendly and highly supportive team

We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture or disability. Each individual is assessed on merit alone.

Special Requirement
This post requires an Enhanced Level of DBS. The successful candidate will need to complete a satisfactory DBS check.

Further information about the Disclosure Scheme is available at https://ccos-powyscountycouncil.employmentcheck.org.uk/ or from the Personnel/HR section from Civic Centre, Swansea.

Post: Teaching Assistant Level 2, Grade 4 (Temporary)
Hours: 27.5 hours per week during term time.
Closing date: Tuesday, 28 October 2025 at 12noon
Interview Date: TBC
Post to commence: As soon as possible.

Pontarddulais Primary School - Teaching Assistant Level 2 - Job Description ( PDF, 143 KB )

Application form - school-based support staff ( Word doc, 134 KB )

Application: Please complete the application form and send via email to Daviesg429@hwbcymru.net

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