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Ss Gabriel and Raphael Catholic School
Numbers of Pupils on role 162
Age Range – 3 – 11 years
Temporary Teaching Assistant (Level 2) – 2 Posts
Post 1
Hours: 30 Hours Per Week (Term Time)
Salary: Grade 4, £25,583 x 71.22%
Contract Type: Temporary (1 year in the first instance)
Start Date: 5th May 2026 or as soon as possible
Post 2
Hours: 17.5 Hours Per Week (Term Time)
Salary: Grade 4, £25,583 x 41.54%
Contract Type: Temporary (1 year in the first instance)
Start Date: 5th May 2026 or as soon as possible
The Governing Body of Ss Gabriel and Raphael Catholic Primary School are seeking enthusiastic and qualified Temporary Teaching Assistants.
Ss Gabriel and Raphael RC Primary School is a welcoming Catholic school located in Tonypandy, serving the communities of Rhondda Fawr, Rhondda Fach, Tonyrefail and Gilfach Goch. We are an inclusive and friendly school with a diverse pupil population and a strong sense of community.
We pride ourselves on offering a supportive, positive and collaborative working environment, where staff wellbeing, teamwork and high expectations underpin everything we do.
About the Role
We are seeking enthusiastic, dedicated and caring Teaching Assistants (Level 2) to join our team. The successful candidates will work under the guidance of teaching and senior support staff to:
1. Support individuals or small groups of pupils with differentiated learning activities.
2. Build positive relationships and promote inclusion for all pupils.
3. Encourage independence, resilience and positive behaviour.
4. Provide feedback on pupils’ progress and support the monitoring of learning plans.
5. Assist with the preparation of learning resources and general classroom duties.
6. Support pupils’ social, emotional and physical needs, including personal care where required.
7. Contribute to the wider life and ethos of our school.
What We’re Looking For
Essential:
8. Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent experience)
9. Experience of working with or supporting children
10. Strong communication and teamwork skills
11. Good organisational skills
12. A positive, patient and proactive attitude
13. Willingness to undertake relevant training
Desirable:
14. Experience in a school setting
15. Ability to use ICT effectively to support learning
16. Knowledge of Learning through play and CFW
17. Welsh language skills (any level)
We Offer:
18. A warm, supportive and inclusive school community
19. A committed and collaborative staff team
20. Opportunities for professional development
21. A role where you can make a real difference in children’s lives
Please state within your application form if you wish to be considered for Post 1, Post 2 or both.
The closing date for applications is Monday 13th April 2026 at midnight.
PROTECTING CHILDREN AND ADULTS AT RISK IS A CORE RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE SCHOOL AND COUNCIL. IN ADDITION TO THIS SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITY, THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT FOR THE ROLE WILL ALSO BE SUBJECT TO AN ENHANCED DISCLOSURE AND BARRING SERVICE CHECK.
The Council and School values diversity in its workforce. We are committed to ensuring that no unlawful discrimination occurs in the recruitment and selection process on the grounds of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, transgender, including those with non-binary identities, religion or belief or pregnancy and maternity. We offer a number of staff networks for employees including the Allies Network, a Disability and Carers Network and Perthyn our LGBTQ+ Network.
An application submitted for this post in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.
Safeguarding Statement
St Gabriel & Raphael R.C.P. School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.