Learning Support Assistant (Centrally Funded) Cwmclydach Primary School

Educators Wales; Wales; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary school in Wales is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to assist the class teacher in implementing individual programmes for pupils. This role involves supporting students in both base and mainstream classes. Applicants must have the skills to develop pupils' needs and be prepared for appropriate training. The position is term-time only at 32.5 hours per week, with a salary of £28,142 plus additional pay. Applications should be made by January 8, 2026, and the successful candidate will undergo safeguarding checks.

Qualifications

• Essential skills to support the development of pupils’ needs.
• Must be team-oriented and ready for training.
• Experience assisting in a school environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the class teacher in implementing individual programmes.
• Support pupils in both base and mainstream classes.

Skills

Ability to support pupils in a school setting

Team collaboration

Willingness to undergo specialist training

Job description

Learning Support Assistant (Centrally Funded) Cwmclydach Primary School

Salary: £28,142 + £1,539 x 77.15%
32.5 hours per week (term time)
Start date: as soon as possible

Based at: Cwmclydach Primary School

Role Overview: A Learning Support Assistant is required as soon as possible for the above provision. The post will involve assisting the class teacher in the implementation of individual programmes and supporting pupils both in the base and in mainstream classes. The successful candidate must be able to work as part of a team and be prepared to undertake appropriate specialist training in this challenging area of additional learning needs. It is essential that applicants have the skills to support the development of pupils’ needs in a school setting.

Contact: Michael Condon, Access & Inclusion Service, Education & Lifelong Learning at Ty Trevithick [phone].

Closing date for applications: 11:59pm on Thursday 8th January, 2026

Safeguarding: Protecting children and adults at risk is a core responsibility for the school and council. The successful applicant will also be subject to an enhanced disclosure and barring service check.

Diversity: The council and school values diversity in its workforce. We are committed to ensuring that no unlawful discrimination occurs in the recruitment and selection process on the grounds of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, transgender, including those with non-binary identities, religion or belief or pregnancy and maternity. We offer staff networks for employees including the Allies Network, a Disability and Carers Network and Perthyn our LGBTQ+ Network. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.