Penllergaer Primary School: PMLD STF Teaching Assistant - Level 2

Penllergaer Primary is a happy, vibrant and inclusive school. We pride ourselves on our Restorative Practice, Autism Friendly and Rights Respecting ethos. We are seeking an outstanding individual who is looking to progress within the Teaching Assistant role. The hours of work are 30 hours a week.

The successful candidate will:

• Be an experienced Teaching Assistant and demonstrates a clear understanding of how children learn and develop.
• Be able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Have high expectations both for children and themselves.
• Have excellent communication skills and be committed to building positive relationships with pupils, parents and staff.
• Support high quality teaching and learning.
• Enthuse, motivate and engage children in all areas of learning.
• Be willing to contribute to the broader life of the school community.

There is an opportunity for additional hours in our breakfast and after school club if desirable. First Aid, Childcare and Thrive and or ELSA qualifications could prove advantageous.

Application forms can be downloaded from the City and County of Swansea Website: www.swansea.gov.uk .

Penllergaer Primary School - Teaching Assistant - Job description ( PDF, 120 KB )

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

Completed forms should be returned to: Penllergaer Primary School, Pontarddulais Road, Swansea SA4 9DB or to the school e-mail address: penllergaerprimaryschool@penllergaer.swansea.sch.uk

Closing date: 21 November 2025 Midday

Shortlisting: 21 November 2025

Interviews: 25 November 2025

We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced Disclosure.

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