Temporary Teaching Assistant (Level 1) Abernant Primary School

Salary: Grade 3 - £25,185 x 35.61%

Temporary Teaching Assistant (Level 1) Abernant Primary School

Abernant Primary School

Richmond Terrace, Abernant, Aberdare. CF44 0SF

Temporary Teaching Assistant (Level 1)

Hours – 15 hours per week – Term Time Only

Salary - Grade 3 - £25,185 x 35.61%

Start Date: 05th January 2026, for one term

Abernant Primary is a happy and successful school with a strong caring and inclusive ethos situated in the community of Abernant. We currently have 98 pupils on roll. The school has strong links with the community and a supportive, pro-active governing body.

We are seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant who:

• Demonstrates excellent classroom practice
• Has a flexible approach and ability to work as part of a team
• Is willing to participate fully in all aspects of school life
• Has the ability to think on their feet and use their initiative
• Is motivated, passionate and reflective about their work
• Has a commitment to professional development and the skills to engage positively with all stakeholders

The advertised post will be to work alongside class teachers and the applicant must be willing to work in any of the classes across the school (Nursery to year 6). We can offer you a happy and supportive working environment and you will have the opportunity to teach children through an exciting and progressive curriculum.

The closing date for applications is 04 December 2025 at midnight.

PROTECTING CHILDREN AND ADULTS AT RISK IS A CORE RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE SCHOOL AND COUNCIL. IN ADDITION TO THIS SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITY, THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT FOR THE ROLE WILL ALSO BE SUBJECT TO AN ENHANCED DISCLOSURE AND BARRING SERVICE CHECK.

The Council and School values diversity in its workforce. We are committed to ensuring that no unlawful discrimination occurs in the recruitment and selection process on the grounds of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, transgender, including those with non-binary identities, religion or belief or pregnancy and maternity. We offer a number of staff networks for employees including the Allies Network, a Disability and Carers Network and Perthyn our LGBTQ+ Network.

An application submitted for this post in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.