Salary
Grade 5, SCP 12 - 17, £28,598 - £31,022
Region
Annual - £20,000 to £29,999 (Pro rata)
Package
Fixed term - 1 year
Job category/type
Education (Non Teaching)
Post No. POSN005142 - Teaching Assistants Level 3 - The John Frost School
Start date: 1 September 2026
This post is Monday to Friday 8.30am – 3.30pm on a fixed term contract.
The John Frost School has a long-standing reputation for being a supportive and caring environment, achieving excellent results for our students.
We are looking to appoint two Teaching Assistants who will be a committed and enthusiastic part of our team within ALN. The successful candidates will play a key role in supporting teachers to deliver high-quality teaching and learning. One role will be focussed on literacy support and the other on numeracy. These posts will help every student to achieve their full academic potential.
Key Responsibilities
Implement programmes linked to local learning strategies e.g. literacy, numeracy, ICT.
- Contribute to the teacher’s planning and delivering of learning activities.
- Promote high expectations of behaviour and achievement.
- Provide the teacher with oral and written feedback on students’ progress and achievement.
What We Are Looking For
Ability to deal calmly with different situations as they arise.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Understand and respect the principles of confidentiality.
What We Offer
A supportive and collaborative working environment.- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- The chance to make a meaningful difference in students’ lives.
Closing date: Friday 3 July 2026
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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 i Bawb, Gwneud Gwahaniaeth, Bod yn Gyfrifol, Gweithio gyda'n gilydd
