Teaching Assistant

St Patrick’s RC Primary School, Cardiff

Post

Title:

Teaching Assistant

Job : ED, ED

Contract: Permanent

Salary: Grade 3 SCP 3-6 (£24,796‑£25,989) Pro Rata

Hours: Full‑time, term‑time only

Start Date: September 2026 (or sooner if available)

St Patrick’s RC Primary School is seeking a dedicated, compassionate and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our warm and welcoming school community. We are proud of our inclusive ethos, our commitment to nurturing every child, and our strong partnership between staff, families and parish.

The successful candidate will work closely with class teachers to support high‑quality learning across the curriculum, helping to create a stimulating, safe and purposeful environment where all pupils can thrive. You will support learners in small groups, provide one‑to‑one support, facilitate learning in authentic contexts, support classroom preparation and the delivery of engaging learning activities. A passion for supporting children’s wellbeing, resilience and confidence is essential.

We are looking for someone who:

• Builds positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Demonstrates patience, initiative and a caring, respectful approach
• Is committed to our Catholic values and the wider life of the school
• Works well as part of a team and is willing to contribute flexibly to school life

Previous experience in a school or childcare setting is desirable but not essential.

If you are committed to helping children flourish and want to join a supportive and friendly team, we would love to hear from you.

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 an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check. These vacancies are 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.

CLOSING DATE: 8am 13th April
SHORTLISTING: 13th April
OBSERVATIONS & INTERVIEWS: 17th April

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

All job functions are subject to the appropriate checks and safeguards in accordance with statutory legal requirements.