Teaching Assistant Level 2 - Aberporth School; Canolfan y Don

Teaching Assistant Level 2 – Aberporth Primary School

Salary: 25,185 *

‘Dyro dy law i mi ac mi awn i fyny'r mynydd’

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant in Canolfan y Don to provide one‑to‑one support for a pupil with complex medical needs during a maternity cover period. The pupil is wheelchair‑dependent and requires tube feeding, along with ongoing medical care throughout the school day. This role is essential in ensuring the pupil's safety, well‑being, and access to learning.

• Provide high‑quality, individualized support to meet the pupil's educational and personal care needs.
• Assist with medical requirements, including tube feeding and monitoring health indicators, following training and school protocols.
• Support mobility and positioning in line with health professionals' guidance.
• Facilitate inclusion in classroom activities and social interactions.
• Work closely with teachers, healthcare professionals, and parents to implement care and learning plans.
• Maintain accurate records of care and progress.

• Experience working with children with additional needs.
• Strong communication skills, can work calmly under pressure and have a positive attitude.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and respond to medical needs promptly.
• Strong teamwork skills.

• Experience working with pupils with complex medical or physical needs.
• Knowledge of medical procedures such as tube feeding (training provided if necessary).
• Background in healthcare or previous experience in a similar role.
• Level 2 qualification in Learning Support or equivalent (or willingness to work towards one).

• A supportive and welcoming team.
• Specific training from healthcare professionals regarding the role and fulfilling the medical tasks required.
• Ongoing support from other colleagues who currently support the pupil.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• A school environment focused on wellbeing and inclusion.

We reserve the right to extend the Final date to receive applications.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and adults  part of this commitment, certain roles within our organisation require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess the suitability of candidates. This role will require an Enhanced DBS check. Please note that the presence of previous convictions will not necessarily disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. We assess each applicant on a case‑by‑case basis, and take into account the nature and relevance of any convictions in relation to the responsibilities of the role.

Our goal is to create an inclusive and supportive work environment where all individuals are treated fairly and with respect. If you have any concerns or questions regarding this process, please feel free to contact us for clarification. Your privacy and dignity are of utmost importance to us throughout the recruitment process.

• Work‑life balance
• Lifestyle savings scheme
• Generous employer pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Learning and development

Aberporth Primary School is situated five minutes from the beach in the seaside village of Aberporth on the picturesque Ceredigion coastline. The school admits pupils on a full‑time basis and offers a range of learning opportunities.

• School Improvement: Leadership;
  Support and Challenge, Teaching and Learning;
  Digital Literacy;
  Literacy and Numeracy;
  Welsh in Education
• Additional Learning Needs: Provision for pupils with Additional Learning Needs, Inclusion;
  Attendance;
  Educational Psychology
• Pupil Wellbeing: Counselling;
  Welfare;
  Anti‑Bullying, Pupil Voice
• Education Governance: Data;
  Governor Support, Policy support
• School Admissions
• Culture: Music Service;
  Cered;
  Felinfach Theatre;
  Museum
• Infrastructure and Resources: Planning School Places;
  Modernisation and Twenty First Century Schools Programme;
  Buildings;
  Grants
• Catering: Day Centres;
  Primary Schools;
  Residential homes.
• Childcare Unit: Childcare Sufficiency Assessment;
  Childcare & Play Grant;
  Childcare Offer;
  Out of School (After School Clubs and Holiday Play schemes);
  Day Nursery, Cylch/Playgroup & Childminder business support and staff training