Teaching Assistant Level 2 - St Andrew's Primary School, Newport

Post No. EDSCH01302.13 - Teaching Assistant Level 2 - St Andrew's Primary School

The appointment is offered on a fixed-term basis (until 16th July 2027) - 34.5 hours per week (Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8.30am - 3.30pm; Tuesday and Thursday 8.30am - 4.30pm) starting on 1st September 2026.

There's no place like St Andrew's!

We truly believe that there's no place like St. Andrew's! We provide the very best opportunities for all our pupils, to engage them through first-hand experiences and to enrich their curriculum as widely as possible. We work together to create an environment for learning, through a blended approach, that allows our children to be happy and safe; an environment that allows stimulating, interactive, experiential play and learning opportunities fit for the 21st century. St. Andrew's prides itself on being at the heart of its community; situated on the eastern side of Newport it is a large primary school (capacity for 740 pupils) that serves an area that is socially disadvantaged. At St. Andrew's, one strength is the positive ethos and team spirit; we believe that diversity is a strength, to be respected and celebrated by all those who learn, teach and visit here. St. Andrew's Primary School's ethos and high-quality inclusion for pupils with ALN are a significant strength of the school. We aim to ensure that everyone has the same chances and opportunities irrespective of race, sex, class or disability. Our school motto is'Learning together, we reach for the stars'.

The Headteacher and Governing Body of St Andrew's Primary School are looking to appoint a highly motivated, flexible, enthusiastic, reliable and caring teaching assistant (Level 2).

The role will involve working mainly in Foundation Phase to support pupils in class as well as 1:1 or small group support with pupils who have additional learning needs. You may also be required to work with Key Stage Two pupils.

Ideally you will have some experience of working with children in a school setting as well as experience of supporting children with additional needs.

Holidays must be taken during school closure periods. The appointment process will involve an interview with members of the school leadership team and a selection of Governors.

This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS).

Closing date: Friday 12th June 2026
Shortlisting: Monday 15th June 2026
Interview dates: Thursday 18th June, Friday 19th June
Online applications requested.

We welcome applications for all our jobs in either Welsh or English. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Newport City Council is committed to working towards its workforce being more representative of the population that we serve and particularly welcomes applications from people from minority ethnic communities represented (or living) in the city. Selection will be made on ability and skills to undertake the role.

Newport City Council is not currently supporting applicants with sponsorship for right to work. In applying for a vacancy, applicants should already have the right to work in the UK.

Our values - Fairness for all, Making a difference, Being responsible, Working together
Ein gwerthoedd - Tegwch i Bawb, Gwneud Gwahaniaeth, Bod yn Gyfrifol, Gweithio gyda'n gilydd