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PENYGAWSI PRIMARY SCHOOL
Llys Derwen, Llantrisant, Pontyclun, CF728PZ
TEACHING ASSISTANT LEVEL 4 – HLTA FOR NURSERY (MATERNITY COVER)
Start Date: June 2026
Salary: Grade 7 - £31,022 x 77.15%
Hours: 32 ½ hours per week (term time)
Penygawsi Primary School is a warm, friendly and inclusive school where children are supported to feel happy, safe and confident in their learning. The school prides itself on high standards of teaching and learning, delivered through a broad and balanced curriculum that nurtures every child’s talents and encourages a positive attitude towards lifelong learning.
We place great value on strong relationships between home and school and believe that working together is key to ensuring every pupil thrives. Our welcoming atmosphere, combined with a strong culture of cooperation and care, makes Penygawsi Primary a rewarding and fulfilling place for both children and staff.
Penygawsi Primary has recently moved into its modern, state-of-the-art school building, offering high-quality learning spaces and facilities that support an exceptional educational environment. The new site includes well-equipped classrooms, a main hall, outdoor learning areas, and dedicated spaces that enhance both teaching and pupil experience.
The Governing Body of this caring, inclusive school is seeking to appoint a HLTA (Level 4) to cover a maternity leave in Progression Step 1 staff team and teach our Nursery class.
We are looking for a HLTA who:-
•Is highly organised, dedicated and able to use their initiative
•Has good interpersonal skills; and is able to work closely with parents, staff team and governors
•Has an understanding of the Non Maintained Nursery Curriculum and assessment practices
•Will work alongside the Reception Teacher to plan, prepare and provide high quality learning experiences for our Nursery pupils
•Knowledge and experience of work with pupils with additional learning needs
•Can create an engaging learning environment and understand how to develop learning through play
•Has a genuine desire to be fully committed to the school and its wider community
We can offer you:-
•An inclusive and welcoming school community of staff, pupils, parents and governors
•A strong commitment to your professional development including weekly PPA sessions
•The opportunity to work collaboratively with team members
Closing Dates for applications is Friday 27th March 2026.
Shortlisting will be held on 15th April 2025. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to teach a demonstration lesson in the Nursery prior to interviews. Interviews will be held on 24th April 2025.
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.
In view of the large number of Application Forms which are currently being submitted individual applications are not acknowledged. Consequently, if you do not hear from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application is unsuccessful on this occasion. In which case you are thanked for the interest you have shown in applying for a position within the Council.
Safeguarding Statement
Penygawsi Primary 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.