Job Description

Salary

Grade 5 | 28,142 - 31,022 PRO RATA

Contractual hours

18

Basis

Fixed Term

Package

Maternity Cover | Fixed Term | Until 31st of March 2026

Job category/type

Children and Family Services, Education, School

Date posted

19/09/2025

Job reference

REQ005768

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REQ005768 Learning Support Assistant Level 3.docx

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



Description of role and responsibilities required - based on person specification

Governors are seeking to appoint a motivated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join the team of this vibrant and happy school on a temporary basis, to support the delivery of intervention programmes and support pupils with varying needs.



The successful candidate will be required to work with a highly successful team to support the teacher in the management of pupils within the classroom and beyond. The successful candidate will require a flexible approach, in order to meet the induvial needs of pupils including those with ALN.

Experience working with pupils in a school is desirable but not essential.



For an informal discussion regarding this vacancy please contact Mrs L Smith on 01495 742090 or officepenygarncps@tofaen.gov.uk

This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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

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



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