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Post No. EDSCH00983.11 - Teaching Assistant - Level 2 - St Julian's School



Grade 3 - Part time (32.5hrs per week), Term Time, Permanent



Governors at St Julian's School are looking to appoint an outstanding Level 2 Teaching Assistant to work in our specialist resource base for students with complex learning needs - Learning Development Centre (LDC).



The Learning Development Centre is Newport's resource base for students with an individual development plan (IDP) or statement for special educational needs. The LDC has 60 places; 12 in each year group from Year 7 to Year 11. Students are taught a range of subjects by 5 specialist teachers supported by 10 teaching assistants. The LDC is very much a part of St Julian's School. All students are in houses, take part in extracurricular events and visits and are represented on the Student Council.



We are seeking a teaching assistant who can work effectively in our school to provide quality learning


experiences and raise standards of attainment.



This is an exciting opportunity to join an improving school with high expectations and aspirations to


become an excellent school. You will be an outstanding teaching assistant who can lead by example


and develop enthusiastic, inquisitive and independent learners.



For further information please contact Nia Dale (Personal Assistant to the Headteacher) 01633 224495.



The working hours will be 32.5hrs per week; Monday - Friday 8.10am-3.10pm



References



You are asked to give the names of two referees, one of which should be your current employer. We will


contact the referees of short-listed candidates prior to the interview.



The successful applicant will be expected to undergo an enhanced disclosure check with the Disclosure


and Barring Service prior to commencing employment.



Closing Date: 26 January 2026

Interview: 2 February 2026

Start Date : as soon as possible



THIS POST REQUIRES YOU TO BE REGISTERED WITH THE EWC



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 - Ein Gwerthoedd, Tegwch i Bawb, Gwneud Gwahaniaeth, Bod yn Gyfrifol, Gweithio gyda'n gilydd