Level 2 Teaching Assistant

We now have a vacancy for a Teaching Assistant to work in classrooms supporting pupils with additional learning needs.

To start

30.11.2026Greenmeadow is a very successful school and we are seeking to employ a passionate and hardworking Teaching Assistant to join our reliable and driven team.

We can offer you

A rare opportunity to work in a mainstream school with our ALN pupilsA dynamic school with high expectationsA well-resourced learning environmentA friendly, enthusiastic staff team and fantastic children

Bespoke professional development opportunities

Applicants should

Enjoy challenging, supporting and motivating childrenStrive to make learning fun and relevantBe highly motivatedBe able to work as part of a teamHave a commitment to raising standards for all childrenHave vision, energy and a sense of humour

Closing date

13.11.2026

Shortlisting

16.11.2026 Observations of the TA working with a small group of children and interviews

Week Commencing

23.11.2026This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. A comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants, which will include an Enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. Welsh Language Skills are desirable for this post but not essential. You are welcome to submit your application in English or in Welsh. Each application will be treated equally. We are a registered Disability Confident Leader and are committed to the employment and career development of disabled people. Our Guaranteed Interview scheme guarantees that people with disabilities will be invited to interview, so long as they meet the essential requirements for the role. If you have a health condition, are neurodivergent, or use British sign language, and need to discuss reasonable adjustments, please contact the recruiting manager. We can only work with you to arrange adjustments if we are made aware of your requirements prior to your application submission, test or interview.Please ensure that you only apply for this position via Torfaen Council’s vacancies website. CVs and applications submitted to any other websites are not received by us.