Bishopston Primary School : Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) / Cover Supervisor

The governors are seeking to appoint an excellent and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated and skilled team of professionals in our happy and caring school.

Bishopston Primary School is a successful, inclusive, and welcoming school where children thrive and staff feel valued. You will join a dedicated and inspirational team of professionals who care deeply about their work, support one another, and are committed to providing the very best for our pupils.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, skilled and inspirational Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) / Cover Supervisor to support children across the primary age range. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a vibrant and forward-thinking school community. Newly Qualified Teachers (NQTs) are warmly encouraged to apply - this role offers valuable classroom experience in a supportive and ambitious setting.

The successful candidate will:

• Support teaching and learning across the primary age range (27.5 hours per week), including delivering engaging whole-class lessons during PPA, leadership time, and staff absence;
• Work confidently with individuals and groups, promoting inclusion and supporting children with additional needs;
• Demonstrate excellent classroom management, strong literacy and numeracy skills, and a secure understanding of the Curriculum for Wales;
• Be energetic, enthusiastic, and committed to enabling every child to succeed, with high expectations for behaviour and progress;
• Show flexibility, creativity, and a willingness to embrace new initiatives and approaches;
• Communicate effectively with pupils, colleagues, and parents, building positive relationships across the school community;
• Be a team player who contributes to continuous school improvement and is committed to ongoing professional development;
• Approach challenges with determination, positivity, and a can-do attitude - making a real difference every day

If you are passionate about supporting children's learning and want to work in a nurturing, inspirational school, we would love to hear from you.

We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced Criminal Records Bureau Disclosure and satisfactory references.

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

Please submit a letter of application and a completed application form to the Headteacher, Mr John Owen, by 10pm Sunday 31 May 2026 to [email protected]

Shortlisting: Monday 1 June 2026.
Interviews: Monday 8 June 2026.

Last modified on 24 March 2026

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