Penclawdd Primary School : Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) / Cover Supervisor

"A happy face, a learning place, a growing space"

Penclawdd Primary School is a successful, inclusive, and welcoming school where children thrive and staff feel valued. You will join a dedicated and inspirational team of professionals who care deeply about their work, support one another, and are committed to providing the very best for our pupils.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, skilled and inspirational Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) / Cover Supervisor to support children across the primary age range. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a vibrant and forward-thinking school community. Newly Qualified Teachers (NQTs) are warmly encouraged to apply - this role offers valuable classroom experience in a supportive and ambitious setting.

The successful candidate will:

• Support teaching and learning across the primary age range (27.5 hours per week), including delivering engaging whole-class lessons during PPA, leadership time, and staff absence;
• Work confidently with individuals and groups, promoting inclusion and supporting children with additional needs;
• Demonstrate excellent classroom management, strong literacy and numeracy skills, and a secure understanding of the Curriculum for Wales;
• Be energetic, enthusiastic, and committed to enabling every child to succeed, with high expectations for behaviour and progress;
• Show flexibility, creativity, and a willingness to embrace new initiatives and approaches;
• Communicate effectively with pupils, colleagues, and parents, building positive relationships across the school community;
• Be a team player who contributes to continuous school improvement and is committed to ongoing professional development;
• Approach challenges with determination, positivity, and a can-do attitude - making a real difference every day

If you are passionate about supporting children's learning and want to work in a nurturing, inspirational school, we would love to hear from you.

We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced Criminal Records Bureau Disclosure and satisfactory references.

Please complete an application form and brief supporting letter outlining your experience, strengths and interests with reference to the above post. Completed Application Forms should be returned to the school by hand, post or email to beynonp5@hwbcymru.ne t

Application form - school-based support staff ( Word doc, 134 KB )

Penclawdd Primary School - Higher Level Teaching Assistant Grade 6 - Job description ( PDF, 88 KB )

Closing date for applications will be Monday 9 June 2025 at 1pm

Shortlisting: Week commencing 9 June 2025

Interviews: Week commencing 24 June 2025

Please visit our website at https://www.penclawddprimary.co.uk/ for further information about the school.

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