Teaching Assistant


Company:	eTeach UK Limited
Salary:	Grade 4 SCP 6-11 (£26,847- £29,071) Pro Rata
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Pentwyn, CF23 7DW
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	14 Sept 2026
Closing date:	5 Oct 2026

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Temporary Level 2 Teaching Assistant Glyncoed Primary School,Glyncoed Road,Pentwyn,CardiffCF23 7DWPost: Teaching AssistantRef: ED50280300Contract: Temporary Post until 31st March 2027 (potential to extend)Salary: Grade 4 SCP 6-11 (£26,847- £29,071) Pro RataHours: 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks (Term time only)Starting Date – October 2026 TBC The Head teacher and Governing Body of Glyncoed Primary School wish to appoint an outstanding and committed Level 2 teaching assistant, with excellent Literacy and Numeracy skills, to support teaching and learning in the school. Duties will include:• working under the direction of teachers to support access to learning for pupils• establishing good relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and setting high expectations• assisting the pupils in developing a Growth Mindset;• encouraging pupils to act independently• supervising and supporting pupils ensuring their safety and access to learning;• encouraging pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher• assisting with the preparation of teaching materials and resourcesIn return we offer the opportunity to work with:• hard working pupils who love learning;• talented, motivated and conscientious teachers and teaching assistants;• supportive and engaged governors and parents • participate in an excellent programme of further professional development.This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced check.Under the Education (Wales) Act 2014, all School Learning Support Workers must be registered with the Education Workforce Council (EWC).This vacancy is suitable for post shareInternal candidates who wish to apply for this position on a secondment basis must obtain approval prior to application using Form SEC1 (4.C.081). Requests may only be approved by the relevant Chief Officer or senior nominated officer graded no lower than OM2 or in the case of schools based staff the Headteacher / Governing Body.[NJ2.1]Should you require further details regarding this post please contact Mrs Elizabeth Keys, Head Teacher.Please download or print off the application form by selecting the “Apply Now” button.Application forms should be completed in full and returned to the school by the closing date. We understand you might use AI and other resources for your application; however, please ensure all information you provide is factually accurate, truthful, original and does not include ideas or work that is not your own.Please return completed application form with a letter of application (two sides of A4 maximum) addressing the job requirements in the Person Specification direct to the school by the closing date.Closing date: 12 noon on Monday 5th October 2026Shortlisted candidates will be observed reading a story to a small group of pupils followed by a short interview on 7th October 2026.Safeguarding and Child Protection are key priorities for the Council. We aim to support children and vulnerable adults to ensure they are as safe as they can possibly be. Our services and schools are committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children and vulnerable adults, and will take action to safeguard their well-being, and acknowledge that children and vulnerable adults have a right to protection. This is supported in the general ethos of the Council and all schools. As an equal opportunities employer, we value diversity. Therefore, although not a requirement for application, we welcome and encourage applications from underrepresented individuals including those:• aged under 25; • not in employment, education or training;• from our local communities including in particular disabled individuals, carers and those from the Cardiff BAME and LGBT+ communities;• ability to communicate fluently in Welsh.[

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