Early Years Teaching Assistant

Post Title: Early Years Teaching Assistant

Contract: Permanent
Pay: 92.63

Hours: 32.5 hours per week, Term Time only (39 weeks)
8:30am – 3:30pm (with 30-minute lunch break)

Start Date: 1st September 2026

Teaching Personnel are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual to work as a Teaching Assistant within an Early Years setting across an inclusive, welcoming primary school located in the Canton area of Cardiff, approximately one mile from the city centre.

The school is a happy, vibrant, and culturally diverse inner-city setting with a two-form entry, large nursery, and wrap-around care provision.

The role will involve:

• Supporting pupils in class under the supervision and direction of the class teacher
• Working with ALN pupils on specific targets within their Individual Development Plans (IDPs)
• Providing general classroom support, including preparation and routine maintenance of resources and equipment

This is an exciting opportunity to join a welcoming, warm, and friendly environment.

We are looking to appoint someone who:

• Is passionate about the learning and well-being of all pupils
• Is highly professional, committed, and enthusiastic
• Can provide a nurturing and caring approach to vulnerable pupils
• Works well as part of a team within the classroom
• Builds positive relationships with parents and carers
• Has well-developed literacy, numeracy, and ICT skills
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal and communication skills

In return, the school offers:

• A child-centred approach where every pupil is valued and supported
• Pupils who enjoy learning and are positive about school life
• A highly skilled and supportive staff team
• Opportunities for professional and personal development
• A focus on innovative practice in wellbeing and learning

Under the Education (Wales) Act 2014, all School Learning Support Workers must be registered with the Education Workforce Council (EWC).

This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

This role is suitable for job share.

Recruitment Process

Applications must be completed in full and submitted before the closing date. While use of AI and external resources is understood, all information provided must be accurate, truthful, and original.

Closing Date: Monday 29th June 2026

Safeguarding Statement

Safeguarding and child protection are key priorities. The organisation is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all children and vulnerable adults and will take appropriate action to protect them at all times.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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