Teaching Assistant


Company:	eTeach UK Limited
Salary:	Grade 4
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Cardiff, CF23 8LL
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	23 Oct 2026
Closing date:	10 Nov 2026

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Summary

Pontprennau Primary SchoolHeol PontprennauCardiffCF23 8LLDeputy Headteacher: Mrs J BaileyPost Ref: ED50248458, ED50237720, ED502461313 x Temporary FT (Term Time) Teaching Assistant PostsGrade 4 Spinal Point 6-11 (£26,847 - £29,071 p.a. pro rata basis)Term Time only 39 weeks a yearStart Date: December 2026Required for December 2026. The temporary posts are until 31st August 2027.The Headteacher and Governing Body would like to appoint committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to work as part of a dedicated team assisting teachers and giving general and specific support to children, including interventions.An ability to contribute to the warm, nurturing and caring ethos of the school is essential and in particular demonstrate a strong commitment to working within the school’s dedicated Attachment Friendly and Trauma Sensitive ethos. The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate excellent communication and organisational skills, initiative and to share in the planning and evaluation of activities. If you are an enthusiastic, hardworking team player then you will fit in well in the school.We are looking to appoint practitioners who are suitably qualified, experienced and committed to supporting children’s learning in a positive environment. We would love to hear from you, if you are able to:• Nurture and support children in all areas of development• Work with colleagues to provide a stimulating and challenging learning environment;• Communicate well with others;Under the Education (Wales) Act 2014, all School Learning Support Workers must be registered with the Education Workforce Council (EWC).These vacancies are suitable for post share.These posts are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Barring Service check.Internal 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.Please download or print off the application form by selecting the “Apply Now” button.Due to our current interim working arrangements, we are unable to provide recruitment packs through the post.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. Any queries by email to the above address. Closing Date: Tuesday 10th November 2026 @ 12 p.m.Interviews: Friday 13th November 2026Safeguarding 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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