Overview
Cynorthwyydd Addysgu Lefel Uwch/ Higher Level Teaching Assistant, Abercanaid Community School
Location: Abercanaid, Merthyr Tydfil
Hours: 32.5 per week
Salary: £24,227.00 – £25,888.00 pro rata (actual salary for 32.5 hours per week: £24,227 - £25,888 p.a.)
Job Scale: Grade 5 SCP 18-22 pro rata
Job Type: Contract
Start: January 2026 (or as soon as possible)
The Governors are seeking to appoint an outstanding, enthusiastic, resilient and committed HLTA to join our school. The successful applicant will work across the school and undertake some whole-class teaching responsibilities, as well as leading Healthy Schools Initiative.
Main Tasks, Duties And Responsibilities
* To manage (in collaboration with the teacher in charge), plan and resource a classroom which will encourage the development of all aspects of children's learning and promote their independent use of resources and involvement in their learning.
* Provide a stimulating classroom environment, relevant to the current topic/theme being taught.
* Monitor and assess pupil progress, ensuring appropriate records have been kept.
* Perform and keep records of observations, using information gathered to inform individual pupil targets, lesson planning and the preparation of activities.
* Contribute to the school’s Performance Management process, supporting colleagues as required.
* Manage and deploy colleagues and support staff where required.
* Lead and implement Healthy Schools initiative across the school.
* Play a full part in the life of the school community, supporting the ethos of the school.
* Comply with school policies and procedures in areas such as assessment, marking, behaviour management and communication with parents, planning, staff meetings and parental events.
* Communicate and co-operate with specialists from outside agencies.
We Can Offer
* Enthusiastic children who enjoy learning
* Supportive colleagues, parents and governors
* A dedicated team and motivated staff
* A rewarding position for someone who puts children first
* Excellent professional learning opportunities
This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Application Details
Closing date: Friday 26 September 2025
Shortlisting: Monday 29 September 2025
Lesson Observations: Tuesday 7 October 2025
Interviews: Thursday 9 October 2025
Application forms can be completed online at www.merthyr.gov.uk. If you do not have internet access, application forms can be obtained by telephoning 01685 725000 and are to be returned no later than Friday 26 September 2025 to HR Administration, Civic Centre, Castle Street, Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 8AN.
Ability to speak Welsh is desirable.
Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council is committed to protecting and safeguarding the most vulnerable people in our community. Rigorous pre-employment checks are undertaken for all appointments as part of our recruitment and selection process. All employees are required to comply with their responsibilities under the Data Protection Act, Information Security Policy and related policies. Any confidential information must not be disclosed unless required by law or for proper employment purposes.
We value diversity in our workforce and are an Employer of Choice, promoting equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from all groups and backgrounds.
Job Function
* Education
Industries
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