LSA L3 - Learning Support Assistant - Fairfield Primary School

Salary: 13.90 - 14.82 GBP per Hour

About us
Fairfield Primary School is a two form entry school in Penarth. We are looking for an LSA who will work within Foundation Learning: Nursery and Reception.

Ambitious - Forward thinking, embracing new ways of working and investing in our future.
Open - Open to different ideas and being accountable for the decisions we take.
Together - Working together as a team that engages with our customers and partners, respects diversity and is committed to quality services.
Proud - Proud of the Vale of Glamorgan; proud to serve our communities and to be part of the Vale of Glamorgan Council.
About the role
Pay Details: Level 3 Grade 5 SPC 8-12 £26,824 - £28,598 Pro Rata £13.90 - £14.82 Per Hour

Hours of Work / Weeks per year / Working Pattern: 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year

Main Place of Work: Fairfield Primary School

Temporary Reason: Temporary for the year- April 2026 to April 2027 (may be renewed)

Description:
We are looking to appoint a skilled individual to join our team. We are looking for someone is caring, enthusiastic and will enjoy working as part of a dedicated and professional team. We are seeking candidates who are confident and experienced in supporting young children in the early stages of their development.

Ambitious - Forward thinking, embracing new ways of working and investing in our future.
Open - Open to different ideas and being accountable for the decisions we take.
Together - Working together as a team that engages with our customers and partners, respects diversity and is committed to quality services.
Proud - Proud of the Vale of Glamorgan; proud to serve our communities and to be part of the Vale of Glamorgan Council.
About you
You will need:

• Good numeracy/literacy/ICT skills.


• An NVQ3 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent qualification - achieved or undergoing training


• Experience of working within an Early Years setting.


• A working knowledge of the Curriculum for Wales within a Foundation Learning setting


• Understanding of principles of child development and learning processes.


• To be able to use ICT effectively to support learning.


• A commitment to the overall care and development of our pupils.


• A full working knowledge of relevant policies/codes of practice and awareness of relevant legislation in keep children safe.


• Good communication and interpersonal skills.


• To work constructively as part of a team, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities and your own position within these.

Additional information
For Further Information, contact:

Return Method e.g. e-mail / return to school: 029 2070 9035
Please title email: office@fairfieldpenarth.co.uk

Please see attached job description / person specification for further information.