Blaenymaes Primary School: Teaching Assistant (Temporary)

Blaenymaes Primary School
Broughton Avenue
Blaenymaes
Swansea
SA5 5LW
Telephone: 01792 583366
Website: www.blaenymaesprimary.co.uk

We are looking for someone who:

• Can support pupils in the classroom and help them with their learning
• Is happy to lend a hand to the class teacher with preparing resources, setting up activities, and helping to assess how pupils are doing
• Can take on practical tasks that help keep the school running smoothly
• Works well as part of a team and gets along with others
• Has good communication skills and can build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents
• Has confident reading, writing, and number skills
• Believes in using a restorative approach when it comes to behaviour
• Feels comfortable supporting pupils with Additional Learning Needs or those who are learning English as an additional language
• Has a positive, can-do attitude and enjoys being part of a supportive team
• Is keen to get involved in the wider life of the school

What we can offer:

• A kind and inclusive school community
• A fun, friendly team that's great to work with
• Opportunities to build your skills and make a real difference in our school
• Support and career development through professional learning opportunities

Any offer of employment will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and the necessary safe recruitment checks being made.

Application Forms should be returned to the Headteacher - Mrs Kathryn Lecrass lecrassk@hwbcymru.net

Blaenymaes Primary School - Teaching Assistant - Job description ( PDF, 139 KB )

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

Closing date: Friday 21 November 2025 at 12 (Midday)

Shortlisting: Monday 24 November 2025

Interviews: Friday 28 November 2025

The Authority in line with the Corporate Safeguarding Policy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The Authority expects all staff to undertake and keep up to date with mandatory safeguarding training for the both the protection of children and adults.

Within Swansea Council there is a "Safeguarding is Everybody's Business" principle, and this applies to all Swansea Council employees, elected members, volunteers and contractors. Further details can be found at: https://www.swansea.gov.uk/corporatesafeguarding