Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 08 May 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Grade 4 |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 23 May 2025 |
| Location: | Ely, Cardiff, CF5 4XD |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | eTeach UK Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1484096 |
Summary
Teaching Assistant
Post ref: ED50165537
Grade 4, scp 6-11
£25,183 - £27,269 FTE pro rata
Permanent
Full Time
Hours 32.5 hours / Weeks per year 39 weeks
Start Date: 1st September 2025
The Governing Body of Herbert Thompson Primary School invites applications for a highly motivated and hardworking professional to join our inclusive school and successful team in the next phase of our exciting journey. We are proud to serve a highly diverse and tight-knit community in Ely, Cardiff.
Our Vision for the Future:
We believe in a world where all members of the Herbert Thompson community live with positive values and behaviours and have the aspirations and skills to lead happy and successful futures.
We are looking for someone who is :
● Caring and compassionate;
● Passionate about outdoor learning;
● Energetic and has a ‘can do’ attitude;
● Hardworking and resilient;
● Committed to improving own pedagogy;
● A team player who supports other colleagues;
● Able to use initiative and motivate others;
● Able to uphold the values of the school at all times.
What we can offer you in return:
● Incredible children who are loving and capable;
● Dedicated and hardworking staff;
● Excellent professional learning;
● A thorough induction programme;
● Free access to school wellbeing and healthcare services, including a 24/7 GP helpline;
● A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our children and families.
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 Check.
This vacancy is suitable for post share.
Herbert Thompson Primary is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We welcome applications from all sections of the community irrespective of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, religion or age.
Please download or print off the application form by selecting the “Apply Now” button.
Application forms should be completed in full and returned to the school by post or email for the attention of Mrs Kathryn Hughes, Recruitment Manager before the closing date.
We understand you might use AI and other resources for your application; however, please ensure all information you provide is factually accurate, truthful, original and does not include ideas or work that is not your own.
Actions Key Dates
Advert Closing Date Friday May 23rd at 9am
Shortlisting - successful candidates will be notified during the day
Interviews Monday 9th June 2025
Safeguarding and Child Protection are key priorities for the Council. We aim to support children and vulnerable adults to ensure they are as safe as they can possibly be. Our services and schools are committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children and vulnerable adults, and will take action to safeguard their well-being, and acknowledge that children and vulnerable adults have a right to protection. This is supported in the general ethos of the Council and all schools.
As an equal opportunities employer, we value diversity. Therefore, although not a requirement for application, we welcome and encourage applications from underrepresented individuals including those:
• aged under 25;
• not in employment, education or training;
• from our local communities including in particular disabled individuals, carers and those from the Cardiff BAME and LGBT+ communities;
• ability to communicate fluently in Welsh.
Post ref: ED50165537
Grade 4, scp 6-11
£25,183 - £27,269 FTE pro rata
Permanent
Full Time
Hours 32.5 hours / Weeks per year 39 weeks
Start Date: 1st September 2025
The Governing Body of Herbert Thompson Primary School invites applications for a highly motivated and hardworking professional to join our inclusive school and successful team in the next phase of our exciting journey. We are proud to serve a highly diverse and tight-knit community in Ely, Cardiff.
Our Vision for the Future:
We believe in a world where all members of the Herbert Thompson community live with positive values and behaviours and have the aspirations and skills to lead happy and successful futures.
We are looking for someone who is :
● Caring and compassionate;
● Passionate about outdoor learning;
● Energetic and has a ‘can do’ attitude;
● Hardworking and resilient;
● Committed to improving own pedagogy;
● A team player who supports other colleagues;
● Able to use initiative and motivate others;
● Able to uphold the values of the school at all times.
What we can offer you in return:
● Incredible children who are loving and capable;
● Dedicated and hardworking staff;
● Excellent professional learning;
● A thorough induction programme;
● Free access to school wellbeing and healthcare services, including a 24/7 GP helpline;
● A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our children and families.
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 Check.
This vacancy is suitable for post share.
Herbert Thompson Primary is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We welcome applications from all sections of the community irrespective of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, religion or age.
Please download or print off the application form by selecting the “Apply Now” button.
Application forms should be completed in full and returned to the school by post or email for the attention of Mrs Kathryn Hughes, Recruitment Manager before the closing date.
We understand you might use AI and other resources for your application; however, please ensure all information you provide is factually accurate, truthful, original and does not include ideas or work that is not your own.
Actions Key Dates
Advert Closing Date Friday May 23rd at 9am
Shortlisting - successful candidates will be notified during the day
Interviews Monday 9th June 2025
Safeguarding and Child Protection are key priorities for the Council. We aim to support children and vulnerable adults to ensure they are as safe as they can possibly be. Our services and schools are committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children and vulnerable adults, and will take action to safeguard their well-being, and acknowledge that children and vulnerable adults have a right to protection. This is supported in the general ethos of the Council and all schools.
As an equal opportunities employer, we value diversity. Therefore, although not a requirement for application, we welcome and encourage applications from underrepresented individuals including those:
• aged under 25;
• not in employment, education or training;
• from our local communities including in particular disabled individuals, carers and those from the Cardiff BAME and LGBT+ communities;
• ability to communicate fluently in Welsh.