Senior Teaching Assistant

Senior Teaching Assistant x 2

Permanent

Post  / ED

Grade 5 SCP 11-19

£28,142- £32,061 FTE Pro Rata

32.5 Hours Per Week / term time (39 weeks)

Start Date:
February 2026

We are seeking two enthusiastic, motivated Teaching Assistants to work in Progression Step 3. We are looking for Teaching Assistants who will work alongside class teachers supporting individuals and groups in their learning. The successful applicants will have excellent literacy and numeracy skills and be able to work as part of a team. The successful candidates will also have an understanding of children’s social, emotional and behavioural needs as a barrier to learning and share in the school’s commitment to allow all pupils to reach their potential.

• Are passionate about helping children thrive—academically, socially and emotionally.
• Have experience supporting children with a range of needs, including additional learning needs.
• Are flexible, patient and proactive in the classroom.
• Work well as part of a team and build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families.
• Are committed to creating an inclusive and nurturing learning environment for all.

• A warm, welcoming and inclusive school community.
• Supportive colleagues and leadership team.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A chance to be part of a school that values pupil voice, wellbeing and creativity.

Under the Education (Wales) Act 2014, all School Learning Support Workers must be registered with the Education Workforce Council (EWC).

These posts are subject to Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Checks.

This vacancy is suitable for post share.

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, via email.

Closing Date:
Noon Friday 6th February 2026

Interview:
Thursday 12th February 2026

Safeguarding and Child Protection are key priorities for our School and 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:

• a. aged under 25;
• b. not in employment, education or training;
• c. from our local communities including disabled individuals, carers and those from the Cardiff BAME and LGBT+ communities;
• d. ability to communicate fluently in Welsh.