32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year
Fixed term until 31st August 2027
Start date: 1st September 2026
Due to increasing pupil numbers, Maendy Primary are seeking to appoint two highly motivated and inspirational Level 2 Teaching Assistants. The successful applicant needs to be flexible and continually prepared to work across the primary setting. They should be reliable, resilient and flexible and work well as part of a team.
Maendy Primary School is a nurturing and caring school at the heart of the community. The school hosts two local authority ALN Resource Bases, a BESD provision, and a Nursery provision. The successful candidate will be joining Maendy Primary at a very exciting time. We moved into our new school building in May last year, a development which has provided us with the opportunity to expand our school family and increase pupil numbers.
All applicants should possess:-
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Experience of children, including children with special educational needs;
- Ability to support pupil's emotional wellbeing / development;
- The ability to follow instruction and have a desire to further their professional development;
- Enthusiasm and a conscientious approach;
- The ability to embrace change and contribute to school development
In return the school will offer opportunities for ongoing training, professional development, and the support of a welcoming and nurturing team.
For an informal discussion regarding this vacancy please contact Emma Payne, Headteacher on 01495 742780 or email
[email protected].
Closing date: Thursday 18th June
Shortlisting: Friday 19th June
Interview/ Lesson Obs: Monday 22nd June
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.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. A comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants, which will include an Enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Registration with the Education Workforce Council is required for this position.
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. We value the range of experiences that a diverse workforce brings and therefore we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and under-represented groups.
Welsh Language Skills are desirable for this post but not essential. You are welcome to submit your application in English or in Welsh. Each application will be treated equally.
We are a registered Disability Confident Leader and are committed to the employment and career development of disabled people. Our Guaranteed Interview scheme guarantees that people with disabilities will be invited to interview, so long as they meet the essential requirements for the role. If you have a health condition, are neurodivergent, or use British sign language, and need to discuss reasonable adjustments, please contact the recruiting manager. We can only work with you to arrange adjustments if we are made aware of your requirements prior to your application submission, test or interview.
Please ensure that you only apply for this position via Torfaen Council’s vacancies website. CVs and applications submitted to any other websites are not received by us.
