SENIOR TEACHING ASSISTANT
| Posting date: | 30 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | GRADE 5 SCP 11-19 (£28,142 - £32,061 FTE) PRO RATA |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 14 May 2026 |
| Location: | Cardiff, Cardiff, CF14 5UX |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | eTeach UK Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1548117 |
Summary
YSGOL CYNEFIN
Ysgol Cynefin East Ysgol Cynefin WestDunster Road Wellwright Road
Llanrumney Fairwater
Cardiff CardiffCF3 5TP CF5 3ED2 X PERMANENT SENIOR TEACHING ASSISTANTS
POST NUMBERS – ED50237052, ED50260902
GRADE 5 SCP 11-19 (£28,142 - £32,061 FTE) PRO RATA of FTE + ALN ALLOWANCE
FULL TIME, 34 HOURS PER WEEK, TERM TIME, 39 WEEKS PA
TO COMMENCE ASAP
Under the Education (Wales) Act 2014, all School Learning Support Workers must be registered with the Education Workforce Council (EWC).
The Governing Body of Ysgol Cynefin is seeking to appoint two Senior Teaching Assistants to join our dedicated team.
Ysgol Cynefin is a successful special school for pupils aged 7–11, with a primary need of Behavioural, Emotional and Social Difficulties (BESD). We are at an exciting stage of development, having recently moved to two purpose-built sites in Llanrumney (East) and Fairwater (West). Some of these posts will be in the East and some in the West (please indicate your preference in your application form).
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The successful candidates will:
• Have experience of working with vulnerable pupils who display distressed behaviours and/or have Additional Learning Needs (ALN).
• Be compassionate, empathetic and FUN to maximise pupil outcomes.
• Demonstrate strong communication skills to work in partnership with colleagues, parents/carers, and external agencies.
• Be flexible, collaborative and reflective in their approach.
• Have high expectations of pupil achievement and a commitment to raising standards.
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These are challenging yet highly rewarding roles. We offer excellent Continuing Professional Development (CPD) opportunities, including in-school training and access to short- and long-term external courses.
These posts are subject to Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Checks.
These vacancies are suitable for post share.
For an informal discussion about these exciting opportunities, please contact the Headteacher, Mr Jamyn Beesley Please download or print off the application form by selecting the “Apply Now” button.
Application forms should be completed in full and returned via email to the school’s Business Manager, Emma Gudgeon by Thursday 14th May 12:00 pm Noon.. 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.
Closing Date: Thursday 14th May 12:00 pm Noon
Interviews: TBC
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.
Ysgol Cynefin East Ysgol Cynefin WestDunster Road Wellwright Road
Llanrumney Fairwater
Cardiff CardiffCF3 5TP CF5 3ED2 X PERMANENT SENIOR TEACHING ASSISTANTS
POST NUMBERS – ED50237052, ED50260902
GRADE 5 SCP 11-19 (£28,142 - £32,061 FTE) PRO RATA of FTE + ALN ALLOWANCE
FULL TIME, 34 HOURS PER WEEK, TERM TIME, 39 WEEKS PA
TO COMMENCE ASAP
Under the Education (Wales) Act 2014, all School Learning Support Workers must be registered with the Education Workforce Council (EWC).
The Governing Body of Ysgol Cynefin is seeking to appoint two Senior Teaching Assistants to join our dedicated team.
Ysgol Cynefin is a successful special school for pupils aged 7–11, with a primary need of Behavioural, Emotional and Social Difficulties (BESD). We are at an exciting stage of development, having recently moved to two purpose-built sites in Llanrumney (East) and Fairwater (West). Some of these posts will be in the East and some in the West (please indicate your preference in your application form).
________________________________________
The successful candidates will:
• Have experience of working with vulnerable pupils who display distressed behaviours and/or have Additional Learning Needs (ALN).
• Be compassionate, empathetic and FUN to maximise pupil outcomes.
• Demonstrate strong communication skills to work in partnership with colleagues, parents/carers, and external agencies.
• Be flexible, collaborative and reflective in their approach.
• Have high expectations of pupil achievement and a commitment to raising standards.
________________________________________
These are challenging yet highly rewarding roles. We offer excellent Continuing Professional Development (CPD) opportunities, including in-school training and access to short- and long-term external courses.
These posts are subject to Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Checks.
These vacancies are suitable for post share.
For an informal discussion about these exciting opportunities, please contact the Headteacher, Mr Jamyn Beesley Please download or print off the application form by selecting the “Apply Now” button.
Application forms should be completed in full and returned via email to the school’s Business Manager, Emma Gudgeon by Thursday 14th May 12:00 pm Noon.. 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.
Closing Date: Thursday 14th May 12:00 pm Noon
Interviews: TBC
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.