St.Thomas Community Primary School: Teaching Assistant X 2

Overview

St.Thomas Community Primary School: Teaching Assistant X 2St Thomas Community Primary School is seeking to appoint a temporary, Grade 4 Teaching Assistant to join our school family. The posts are temporary until March 2026, in the first instance.Responsibilities

Support our pupils in their learning and in their social and emotional development.Qualifications

Have highly effective literacy and numeracy skillsHave experience of motivating and engaging primary age childrenBe an effective team member and willing to support othersBe willing to contribute to the broader life of the school communityDesirable areas of interest

Supporting learners with additional needsPromoting outdoor exploration and learningDigital competency and technologySupporting learners with English as an Additional LanguageAdditional information

Further information related to the roles can be found within the Job Description.St Thomas Community Primary School is located in the east of Swansea and caters for pupils aged three to eleven. We have 15 classes with over 350 full-time pupils and approximately 80 part-time nursery pupils.The school is a modern, purpose-built facility opened in 2007 and is situated next to Maesteg Park in St Thomas, close to Fabian Way and SA1. The school is welcoming and caring with a dedicated and talented staff and Governing Body, and strong links with parents and families.Application forms can be requested via the school''s email address:

st.thomascps@stthomas.swansea.sch.ukApplication form - school-based support staff (Word doc, 134 KB)Completed application forms should be emailed to the school email address or posted to the school address.Closing date:

17 September 2025 at 3 pmShortlisting date:

TBCInterview date:

TBCWe are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidates will require an enhanced DBS, suitable references and registration with the Education Workforce Council before commencing their role.Within Swansea Council there is a "Safeguarding is Everybody''s Business" principle, and this applies to all Swansea Council employees, elected members, volunteers and contractors. Further details can be found at ..... full job details .....