Job Description

Salary

25,584 - 26,835 Pro Rata | Grade 4

Contractual hours

33.75

Basis

Term Time

Package

Temporary - Two terms, 1st September 2025 - 27th March 2026

Job category/type

Education, School

Date posted

02/07/2025

Job reference

REQ005585

Temporary Contract - Two terms, 1st September 2025 - 27th March 2026

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.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, dedicated, hardworking, teaching assistant who has the initiative and drive to work as a part of our forward-thinking school team. You will be required to work across all areas within a primary school. With a demonstrable understanding of the classroom role and responsibilities, you should possess a sound knowledge of working with, or caring for, children, ideally combined with an awareness of policies and procedures relating to child protection. The successful applicant will display effective behaviour management skills, backed by the ability to communicate effectively with members of staff and parents/carers. You should be able to work effectively as part of a team and independently using your own initiative.

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

For an informal discussion regarding this vacancy please contact Mrs Mayley on 01495 742934.

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

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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.

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