DescriptionSupporting documentsEmployerLocation
Pencaerau Primary School
“Learning for life”
Cyntwell Avenue
Caerau
Cardiff
CF5 5QN
______________________________________________________________________________
Post Reference ED50297981
Specialist Resource Base Permanent Teaching Assistant
Grade 4 (£25,989 - £28,142 pro rata)
32.5 hour over 39 weeks Term Time Only
September 2026
Pencaerau Primary School is a school at the heart of its community with high aspirations for all. From September 2026 Pencaerau will proudly open its new Specialist Resource Base (SRB) which will welcome pupils from across the Ely and Caerau cluster in Years Reception – Year 6; who have complex learning needs. The SRB will be an extension to our already strong approach to inclusion and will feel very much part of our community focussed school.
Pupils in our resource base will receive a specialist curriculum to support their individual needs and a sensory based approach focused on development rather than age.
The successful post holders will be responsible for supporting the specialist class teacher and address the needs of individual pupils, supporting them to overcome barriers to learning and demonstrate a commitment to the inclusion of every child and ensuring that all pupils have access to a broad and balanced curriculum.
A commitment to play based, experiential learning both indoors and outdoors is essential as is knowledge of supporting the implementation of Individual Development Plans for Pupils
We are looking for a successful candidate who has:
•experience of working with pupils with additional learning needs in either a mainstream primary or specialist setting
•an understanding of our school, its values and it’s role within the wider community
•the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
•the ability to build effective relationships with pupils, staff, parents, governors and external agencies.
•empathy and communicates well with families
The post is permanent and are subject to Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
This vacancy is suitable for post share.
Under the Education (Wales) Act 2014, all School Learning Support Workers must be registered with the Education Workforce Council (EWC).
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: Friday 8th May 2026 12.00 noon
Interviews to take place: Week commencing Monday 18th May
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.
Safeguarding Statement
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.