Job Description

Salary

26,403 - 27,694 Pro Rata | Grade 4

Contractual hours

35

Basis

Term Time

Package

Permanent | 35 Hours per week | 39 Weeks per year

Job category/type

Education, School

Date posted

18/09/2025

Job reference

REQ005763

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REQ005763 Cynorthwyydd Addysgu Lefel 2 Hwb - Ysgol Gyfun Abersychan.docx
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REQ005763 Hwb Level 2 Teaching Assistant - Candidate Pack.docx
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REQ005763 Cynorthwyydd Addysgu Lefel 2 Hwb - Pecyn Ymgeisydd.docx

Thank you for your interest in applying for the position of Hwb Teaching Assistant at Abersychan School. This is an exciting opportunity to join the school as it widens its provision to support students with additional learning needs, particularly those with social, emotional and behavioural and needs. Abersychan School recently secured a partnership with our local Noddfa Church, in the development of our offsite 'Hwb' provision, to improve educational experiences for a small group of students from in years 9, 10 and 11.

Abersychan School is an 11 - 16 co-educational comprehensive school which meets the needs of children of all abilities. We are a school that is committed to ensuring that all our young people are happy, successful and ready for their lives beyond school. Our expectations and standards are high. We have a highly committed and caring staff who are dedicated to ensuring each child achieves their personal best. The school currently has 741 students, 48 teachers and 46 members of support staff. The school serves an area of socio-economic disadvantage and 30% of students are entitled to free school meals and 51% of students living in the 20% most deprived areas of Wales.

The aims of the school are delivered through a strong pastoral system, a commitment to providing high quality learning experiences and an extensive range of sporting, cultural, musical and extracurricular activities. The students are happy, hard-working and positive about the school. They genuinely are an asset to our community and are incredibly friendly. They want to receive a high-quality education and to become successful students. We have fantastic parents and governors, who are extremely supportive in supporting the school to provide the very best education.

If you are excited by the prospect of playing a significant role in helping us achieve our ambitions, have a belief that all students, no matter what their background or ability, can achieve and have a passion for providing an outstanding education, then, we would love to hear from you! In return, we will guarantee you the very best level of support.

In the meantime, should you wish to receive further information or would like to visit the school, please do not hesitate to contact Deputy Headteacher, Keri Powell via keri.powell@aberscyhanschool.co.uk.

Closing Date:

Sunday 5th October 2025

Interview:

Friday 10th October 2025

You must demonstrate how you meet the Essential criteria listed in the attached Person Specification in order to secure an interview: How to apply Guidance for applicants Torfaen County Borough Council.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. A comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants, which will include an Enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.

This post requires registration with the EWC - Education Workforce Council.

Torfaen County Borough Council strives to be a fair, supportive and effective employer. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. The Council expects all employees, paid or unpaid, to share this commitment.

Welsh Language Skills are desirable for this post but not essential.

You are welcome to submit your application in English or in Welsh. Each application will be treated equally.