Teaching Assistant

Radyr Primary SchoolPark Road, RadyrCardiff,CF15 8DF

Number on Role

438

Post

Teaching Assistant Ref

ED50222980

Contract

Permanent

Salary

Grade 4 SCP 6-11 (£26,847- £29,071) Pro Rata

Hours

32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (term time)To start as soon as possibleAt Radyr Primary School, we are looking to appoint enthusiastic, caring, and proactive Teaching Assistants who are passionate about helping every child thrive and achieve their full potential.We take great pride in our warm, inclusive, and nurturing school community, where children are encouraged to develop a love of learning through engaging experiences both indoors and outdoors. The successful candidates will share our commitment to providing high-quality support for all learners and will play an important role in supporting children’s academic, social, and emotional development.In the first instance, this role will be based within a Reception class. We are seeking individuals who have a strong background in Early Years education and a solid understanding of early learning and child development.Key Requirements & Desirable Experience● Prior experience delivering phonics instruction is essential, preferably using the Read Write Inc. (RWI) scheme.● Familiarity with child development, early learning practices, and the Curriculum for Funded Non-Maintained Nursery Settings (and wider Curriculum for Wales Early Years provision).● Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to build positive, trusting relationships with pupils, staff, and families.● Ability to use initiative, contribute to the planning and evaluation of learning activities, and support children with enthusiasm, patience, and sensitivity.Role ResponsibilitiesThese rewarding roles involve supporting learning and wellbeing on an individual, small-group, and whole-class basis. You will work alongside class teachers to create a positive, engaging, and structured learning environment where every child feels valued, safe, and encouraged to succeed.Applicants should carefully review the full person specification and ensure their application demonstrates how they meet the essential criteria, while also highlighting any relevant early years experience, skills, and qualifications.This vacancy is suitable for post share.This post is subject to Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.Under the Education (Wales) Act 2014, all School Learning Support Workers must be registered with the Education Workforce Council (EWC).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 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.

Closing date for applications

Friday 23rd October 2026 at Midday.

Interview Date / Lesson Observations

Thursday 5th November 2026 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.