Ton Yr Ywen Primary School
Post Title: Nursery Senior Teaching Assistant / HLTA
Job Ref: ED50250805
Contract: Permanent
Salary: Grade 6 SCP 19-25 (£32,061 - £36,363) Pro Rata
Hours: Part Time 21 hours shared over 3 days as determined by school need
Start Date: September 1st 2026
Ton Yr Ywen Primary School is seeking to appoint a proactive, enthusiastic and highly skilled Higher Level Teaching Assistant to work as part of a job share alongside a teacher within our 80‑place Nursery provision (40 morning places / 40 afternoon places).
The successful candidate will play a key role in the planning and delivery of high‑quality Early Years provision within Progression Step 1, in line with the Curriculum for Wales. Teaching and learning must be firmly rooted in purposeful, play‑based learning, with equal value placed on indoor and outdoor environments. A secure understanding of the importance of child‑led play, active learning and experiential opportunities in supporting early development is essential.
The postholder will be expected to work effectively as part of a team to meet the needs of all learners, including those with Additional Learning Needs (ALN) and learners identified as More Able and Talented (MAT). The ability to use, or willingness to develop skills in, alternative communication methods such as Makaton would be advantageous.
A strong commitment to the school’s nurturing, inclusive and community‑focused ethos is essential. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to work well as part of a team and in close partnership with parents and carers, ensuring positive relationships that support children’s learning, wellbeing and development. Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills are required, alongside initiative, adaptability and a flexible approach to supporting young children.
This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced check.
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.
Completed applications should be returned to Mrs A James-Griffiths, Head Teacher at the school by email. 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: Tuesday 30th June 2026 at 12 noon
Shortlisting: 9th July 2026
Interview date: 14th July 2026
Please note the interview will include a teaching observation, a task and a formal interview.
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 our School and 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.