Foundation Phase Welsh-Medium Teaching Assistant - Penarth

Foundation Phase Welsh-Medium Teaching Assistant – Penarth (CF64)

Location: Penarth, CF64
Hours: 08:30 – 15:30 (Monday to Friday)
Pay: £89.38 per day (paid weekly)
Start Date: September 1st, 2025

Are you passionate about supporting young learners in a Welsh-medium setting? Teaching Personnel is currently seeking a caring and enthusiastic Foundation Phase Teaching Assistant to work in a warm and welcoming Welsh-medium primary school in Penarth (CF64). You’ll support pupils from Nursery to Year 2, helping to deliver play-based, creative, and immersive Welsh-language learning experiences.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Supporting the class teacher with daily routines and Welsh-medium activities
• Helping children develop early literacy, numeracy, and communication skills through small group and 1:1 support
• Encouraging learning through play, storytime, outdoor exploration, and arts-based activities
• Supporting snack time, toileting, and general wellbeing needs
• Creating a nurturing, inclusive environment where every child feels supported

We’re Looking For Someone Who Is:

• Fluent in Welsh (spoken and written – essential)
• Friendly, reliable, and passionate about working with young children
• Enthusiastic about play-based and early years education
• Experienced or confident working with pupils aged 3–7
• Available for full-time, term-time hours (Monday to Friday)

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Weekly pay – direct to your bank
• Free CPD including Safeguarding, ALN, and Behaviour Management
• Ongoing support from a dedicated Welsh sector consultant
• Opportunities in local schools and clubs across Penarth, Dinas Powys, and Barry
• £50 referral bonus for every Welsh-speaking friend you refer

Ready to Apply?

Send your CV today, showcasing your Welsh language fluency and experience working with children. Let us help place you in a school where you’ll make a real difference — right in the heart of Penarth’s Welsh-speaking community.

Inspire the next generation of Welsh speakers in CF64 — apply now!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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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