Learning Support Assistant

We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed Learning Support Assistant to support staff in the education, supervision and care of the children in Troedyrhiw Community Primary School. The successful candidate will have good interpersonal skills, be confident, reliable and flexible. Candidates should be able to work as part of a team under the guidance and direction of the Leader and Manager to:

• Support class teachers as required
• Deliver interventions to individuals or small groups
• Play a key role in raising standards, through the quality of own teaching and own professional development
• Supervise whole classes occasionally to cover short term absence
• Fulfill the duties of a learning support assistant across the primary phase
• Support pupils with additional learning needs including intimate care when necessary.
The candidate will be required to support pupils in the Foundation Phase primarily, although may be expected to support pupils in Key Stage 2. Roles will include implementing specific learning programmes, supporting class teachers to promote high standards, contributing to planning and developing stimulating learning environments. Candidates will also be expected to maintain records and produce reports. Troedyrhiw Community Primary is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People. The successful applicant will be required to undergo a thorough vetting process including an enhanced DBS check.

Ability to speak Welsh is desirable.

Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council is committed to protecting and safeguarding the most vulnerable people in our community. Rigorous pre-employment checks are undertaken for all appointments as part of our recruitment and selection process. All employees are required to comply with their individual and organisational responsibilities under the Data Protection Act, the Information Security Policy and relevant supporting operational policies. Any matters of a confidential nature must not be disclosed or passed to any unauthorised persons or third party under any circumstance either during or after employment except in the proper course of your employment or as required by law, Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council or both. Any breach of confidentiality may lead to disciplinary action. We value diversity in our workforce and consider ourselves to be an Employer of Choice, committed to promoting and integrating equality of opportunity into all aspects of our work. We welcome applications from everyone and encourage applicants from all groups and backgrounds to apply and join us at Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council. Ready to get started? Start your journey with Educators Wales today.