RHONDDA CYNON TAF COUNCIL Bryn Celynnog Comprehensive School Penycoedcae Road, Beddau, Pontypridd, CF38 2AETemporary Special Needs Support Assistant 27.5 hours per week (term time only) to start as soon as possible until 27.03.2026 (may be extended).The salary for the post is APT & C Salary Scale - Grade 3.The Governing Body wish to appoint a Temporary Special Needs Support Assistant on a fixed term contract.We are looking to appoint an outstanding, dynamic, caring and enthusiastic support assistant with experience of working with young people who have ASD and ADHD. You should be able to demonstrate that you are hardworking, committed, passionate about children, and above all, an exceptional practitioner who cares deeply about making a difference to the lives of children. A suitable candidate will have high expectations both academically and socially and maintain a calm and consistent approach. Enthusiasm, good organisational skills and a sense of humour are essential. Should you require further information about his position, please contact the school and we will be happy to provide any further information to potential candidates.
The successful candidate will be required to work 27.5 hours per week (term time only). The successful candidate will be paid on the APT & C Salary Scale - Grade 3 (pro rata). Completed application forms should be uploaded to the eTeach website or returned to Mrs A Dury, Bryn Celynnog Comprehensive School, Penycoedcae Road, Beddau, Pontypridd, RCT CF38 2AE by 9.00 a.m. on Thursday 6th November 2025. Application forms for the role may be obtained from the eteach website or via the Schools Recruitment website.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.