Job Description

The Governing Body is seeking to appoint a dynamic, forward thinking colleague to the post of Teaching Assistant. The successful candidate will be required to support pupils in achieving their full potential at Cwmtawe Community School. Duties will include working with pupils aged 11-16, either individually or in small groups.

Applications are invited from prospective candidates with five or more GCSEs grade C or above, including Maths and English, or equivalent O levels or Vocational qualifications. Welsh language skills are not necessary.

Applicants must have good communication skills, together with the ability to work on their own initiative and as part of a team.

Cwmtawe is a thriving school, with results well above the national average. The school is fully inclusive, has outstanding facilities and is a successful, caring comprehensive with a strong tradition of community links. If you would like to be part of a professional team and think you have the required skills for the post, we would love to hear from you.

Neath Port Talbot Council is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our schools are equally committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children and young people and will take action to safeguard their wellbeing.

The recruitment process for this post will be underpinned by rigorous safer recruitment assessment to ensure that children and young people are protected. Appointment will be subject to an Enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh and will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary
Contract length: 7 months

Pay: 13,809.00 per year

Expected hours: 25 per week

Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 12/08/2025
Reference ID: POSN220725
Expected start date: 01/09/2025