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Pencaerau Primary School
“Learning for life”
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Post Title: Senior Teaching Assistant
Post Ref: ED50153281
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Salary: Grade 5 SCP 11-19 (£28,142- £32,061) Pro Rata
Hours: 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (term time)
To start September 2026
We are looking for a caring, committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant school community. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children, supporting their learning, wellbeing and development every day.
What We’re Looking For:
We welcome applications from individuals who:
•Are passionate about helping children thrive—academically, socially and emotionally.
•Have experience supporting children with a range of needs, including additional learning needs.
•Are flexible, patient and proactive in the classroom.
•Work well as part of a team and build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families.
•Are committed to creating an inclusive and nurturing learning environment for all.
What We Offer:
•A warm, welcoming and inclusive school community.
•Supportive colleagues and leadership team.
•Opportunities for professional development and training.
•A chance to be part of a school that values pupil voice, wellbeing and creativity.
Under the Education (Wales) Act 2014, all School Learning Support Workers must be registered with the Education Workforce Council (EWC).
This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.
How to Apply:
Please download or print off the application form by selecting the “Apply Now” button.
Application forms should be completed in full and returned to the school by the closing date. 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: Friday 19th June 2026 at 12 noon
Interviews to take place: Week commencing 29th June 2026
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you require any adjustments to the application process, please let us know—we’re here to help.
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
Pencaerau 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