DescriptionSupporting documentsEmployerLocation
Ysgol Cambrian
Cambrian Park
Clydach Vale
Tonypandy
CF40 2XX
Head of School: Nicola Clark
NOR: 176
Age Range 3-19 years
POST REF: Teaching Assistant – Level 4
32.5 hours/week (Term Time only)
Salary Grade 7 (£31,022 and Special Class Allowance £1,539 x 77.15%)
Start Date 1st September 2026
The Temporary Governing Body are seeking to appoint a committed, skilled and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant – Level 4 to join our team at Ysgol Cambrian. This role will play an important part in supporting high quality learning experiences for pupils across the school and contributing to our ambitious, inclusive and inspiring provision for children and young people with a wide range of additional learning needs (ALN).
The successful candidate will take responsibility for agreed learning activities under an established system of supervision. This will include planning, preparing and delivering learning activities for individuals, groups and, on occasion, whole classes, as well as monitoring, assessing and recording pupils’ progress. The postholder will also contribute to the development of a specialist area within the school and may have responsibility for the line management, deployment and support of other Teaching Assistants.
We are seeking an individual who can build positive, constructive relationships with pupils, promote independence, and respond sensitively to a wide range of needs. Strong organisational skills, effective communication, and the ability to work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, families and external professionals are essential. Experience of supporting pupils with ALN and delivering targeted interventions is highly desirable.
Experience of working with pupils who have additional learning needs (ALN) is essential.
If you require any further information about this role, please contact the Head of School, Mrs Nicola Clark, as part of your application.
The closing date for applications is 03rd 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
Ysgol Cambrian is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to understand and share this commitment. We have a shared commitment to develop a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated. We welcome all applications, including those from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.