Teaching Assistant (Level 2) - Narberth CP School

Salary: Grade 4 - £25,989 - £26,403 pro rata

Teaching Assistant Vacancy

Teaching Assistant (Part-Time - 4 Days per Week)

Narberth C.P. School

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday
8:45am - 3:15pm

Fixed Term until 31.08.2027

Grade 4 - £25,989 for 23 hours per week for 45.8 weeks per annum equating to £14,790.91 pro rata.

Narberth C.P. School is a happy, caring and inclusive dual-stream primary school where every child is encouraged to achieve their full potential in a nurturing and supportive environment. We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, committed and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team.

The successful candidate will work in our Welsh-medium class, supporting pupils' learning within Progression Step 3. They will work closely with the class teacher to provide high-quality learning support, helping pupils to access the curriculum, develop independence and thrive both academically and socially.

The role will also involve supporting pupils with medical needs, therefore confidence in following healthcare plans and working closely with school staff and families is essential. Appropriate training will be provided where required.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is committed to supporting children to achieve their very best.
• Has experience of working with primary-aged children in a school or similar setting.
• Can communicate effectively and work positively as part of a team.
• Is caring, patient, flexible and able to build positive relationships with children.
• Is confident supporting pupils' learning within the classroom.
• Is willing to support pupils with medical and toileting needs and undertake any necessary training.
• Has experience of supporting pupils with Additional Learning Needs (ALN) (desirable).
• Has the ability to communicate through the medium of Welsh or is confident working within a Welsh-medium classroom (essential for this post).

We can offer:

• A welcoming, happy and inclusive school community.
• Enthusiastic, well-behaved and caring children who enjoy learning.
• A supportive and experienced staff team.
• Opportunities for professional learning and development.
• A positive working environment where everyone's contribution is valued.

If you are passionate about making a difference to children's lives and would like to become part of our dedicated team, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Narberth C.P. School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory pre-employment checks in line with safer recruitment procedures.

Employee Benefits

Our employee benefits are designed to help invest in your future and are in addition to living and working in Pembrokeshire, one of the most beautiful and desirable counties in the UK.

The Visit Pembrokeshire website https://www.visitpembrokeshire.com/ is an excellent source of information, and showcases the wide variety of activities, amenities and adventures that await you.

Please refer to the job description above for more details on this vacancy and the person specification.

Employment Checks

This post is subject to a DBS disclosure check.

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Please note that at this point, Pembrokeshire County Council is not accepting applicants who require a Skilled Worker visa as a prerequisite to a right to work in the UK. Applicants should ensure they have the right to work in the UK before applying for a vacancy.

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Safeguarding

Safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk is a high priority for Pembrokeshire County Council. We aim to support vulnerable children and adults at risk to ensure they are as safe as they can possibly be. We are committed to ensuring their safety and will take action to safeguard their well-being. The Council's Corporate Safeguarding Policy provides a framework for every member of staff and Service within the Council, setting out responsibilities in relation to safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk as well as the methods by which the Council will be assured that it is fulfilling its duties.

This policy applies to all Council employees and workforce, councillors, volunteers and also service providers that are commissioned by the Council. Safeguarding is everyone's business whether they work for, or on behalf of, the Council.

Support & Additional Info

• Please contact the HR Systems Team as early as possible if you're unable to apply online by emailing hrsystemsteam@pembrokeshire.gov.uk .
• Please contact the Recruitment Team if you have any queries relating to this vacancy by emailing Recruit@pembrokeshire.gov.uk .
• Local Government Employees on National Joint Council (NJC) terms are subject to national pay bargaining; all salaries currently stated in our adverts are as 01/04/2025.
• Please note, we have a legal obligation to consider employees for suitable alternative employment if their posts are at risk; therefore prior consideration will be given to existing employees who meet the person specification and are registered on our redeployment pool.

Welsh language skills are desirable. Applications may be submitted in Welsh and will not be treated less favourably than applications submitted in English.