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Post No. POSN002259 - Teaching Assistant Level 2 Maes Ebbw



Materity Cover.



Weekdays excluding Wednesdays 8.45am - 3.35pm term time only



Wednesdays 8.45am - 4.25pm term time only



We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, reliable and caring Teaching Assistant (Level 2) at Maes Ebbw Special School. The advertised job is for 32.5 hours per week (5 days) for a Key Stage 2 class with pupils with sensory and medical needs.



The role will involve working with pupils with a range of special educational needs of differing ages.



The role requires that you support pupils in class as well as assisting their care needs.



Ideally you will have some experience of working with children in a school setting as well as experience of supporting children with additional needs.



Holidays must be taken during school closure periods. The appointment process will involve an interview with members of the school leadership team and a selection of Governors.



The post will be offered on a fixed term basis to cover Maternity. The position will begin on 01.09.2025 and end on 17.07.2025 (this may vary dependant upon the returning staff member).



THIS POST REQUIRES YOU TO BE REGISTERED WITH THE EWC.



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



Closing Date:06.07.2025

Shortlisting Date:08.07.2025

Interview Date: 15.07.2025

Start Date:01.09.2025



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