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Post No.POSN004403 - School Support Officer Level 2 - Clytha Primary School



The Headteacher and Governing Body at Clytha Primary School are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, organised and highlt-motivated School Support Officer Level 2 (Grade 3) to join our happy school. This will be a permanent post and will commence on or around Monday1st September, 2025.This vacancy has arisen due to the retirement of the current post holder.



Clytha Primary is a successful learning community, focused on igniting a love of learning in all. All members of our school family work together to ensure wellbeing is at the heart of all we do. We are committed to ensuring an engaging and inclusive learning environment where we support each other to develop, thrive and where difference, honesty, kindness and respect are celebrated.



This is a unique opportunity to join a well-established yet forward-thinking school. As a School Support Officer, you will be the first point of contact for parents, children and visitors entering or telephoning the school and it is essential that you have a calm, friendly manner and enjoy working with both adults and children as well as possessing excellent communication skills. The person appointed will be required to provide duties as detailed in the attached job description.



We are looking for somebody who:



Is highly-professional, forward thinking and flexible in approach Is enthusiastic, motivated, caring and able to respond calmly under pressure Is a committed team player and role model enjoying working with children and adults Is able to demonstrate and promote excellence, equality and high expectations to ensure that all requirements of the position are met to the highest standard Is committed to their own professional learning and development Is able to build a relationship of mutual respect with the pupils, parents, staff, the Governing Body and our Clytha Family Is able to bring passion, energy, enthusiasm and be driven to fulfil the role to the best of their ability Holds the relevant qualifications

The appointment process will involve a short interview with the Headteacher and a member of the Governing Body and a task.



The Governing Body and Local Authority are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.



This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS).




This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and is subject to a satisfactory Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) check.



Working hours will be 22.5 hours per week, starting from 8:45am-12:45pm on Monday-Friday and the potential of an additional afternoon one day a week from 1:15pm-3:45pm on a day to be agreed if possible.



Closing Date for Applications: Midday on Monday 30th June, 2025

Shortlisting: Monday 30th June, 2025

Observations and Interviews Scheduled for: 3rd/4th/5th July, 2025



We welcome applications for all our jobs in either Welsh or English. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.



Newport City Council is committed to working towards its workforce being more representative of the population that we serve and particularly welcomes applications from people from minority ethnic communities represented (or living) in the city. Selection will be made on ability and skills to undertake the role.



Newport City Council is not currently supporting applicants with sponsorship for right to work. In applying for a vacancy, applicants should already have the right to work in the UK.

Our values - Fairness for all, Making a difference, Being responsible, Working together

Ein gwerthoedd - Tegwch ar gyfer pawb, Gwneud Gwahaniaeth, Bod yn gufrifol, Gweithio gydan gilydd