Teaching Assistant Level 2 - Croesyceiliog SchoolCouncil

We have an exciting vacancy for a Learning Support Assistant to join our busy and dedicated team of support staff at Croesyceiliog School.

Our team of LSAs work with a range of our pupils in a number of different ways, some work as 121 support, some work within a class providing support to a number of learners, some of which have social, emotional and behavioural difficulties.

The successful candidate will support pupils whilst recognising and responding to their individual needs.  They could be asked to work with a child individually or in a group on a programme of work planned and directed by a class teacher. They will be required to liaise with parents / carers where appropriate, keeping them informed of their child’s behaviour and build positive relationships.

The successful candidate will be able to help with the care and support of pupils, encourage them to engage in activities and classroom-based work and to help them keep on task.

We are seeking someone with previous experience of working within a mainstream school or specialist behaviour setting, and who has knowledge and understanding of the principles of child development and barriers to learning. 

If you are enthusiastic and hardworking, if you have a passion for working with young people and have the experience and skills required, then we look forward to receiving an application from you.

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.

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.

Registration with the Education Workforce Council is required for this position.