At a Glance
- Tasks: Support teachers and help children with their educational and social development.
- Company: Join a welcoming and inclusive community at Hafod y Wern Primary School.
- Benefits: Gain practical experience, training, and a chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Full-time apprenticeship with on-the-job training and career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Be a positive role model and inspire young learners in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Passion for working with children and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 31650 - 43607 £ per year.
Location: Hafod -y- Wern Community Primary School, Deva Way, Caia Park, Wrexham, LL13 9HD
Subject: Teaching Assistant
Hours: 30 hrs per week
Contract: Full Time - Term Time
Salary: £8.60p.h
At Hafod y Wern, we are proud of our welcoming, inclusive community, where every child is valued, nurtured, and inspired to reach their full potential. Our aim is to enable learners to become successful global citizens and make a positive difference. Our ambition informs our ethos statement: Dream, Believe, Achieve.
Duties include:
- Working within a primary school full-time as a Teaching Assistant
- Supporting pupils with their numeracy
- Supporting pupils with their literacy
- Supporting pupils with their ICT skills
- Supporting pupils with their digital skills
- Supporting creative and play to learn activities
- Supporting pupils with additional learning needs (ALN)
- Supporting pupils with the above needs on a 1-to-1 basis
- Be involved in displays and preparing resources
- Helping children who need extra support to complete tasks
- Understanding the safeguarding and behaviour policy and their role within these policies
- Working with children within Early Years
- Supporting a teacher in various roles within the classroom
- Ability to always conduct yourself in a professional manner
Essential Criteria:
- An eagerness to learn more about becoming a Teaching Assistant
- A passion for working with children
- Possess relevant qualities including patience and communication
- Ability to listen and learn from more experienced staff
- Any previous experience working with children
- Any previous experience with special educational needs (SEN)
- Strong English & Mathematics communicational skills relevant to both children and adults
- Competent skills in numeracy, literacy and ICT
- Ability to self-manage and organise own time
Desirable Criteria:
- Previous experience working with young people
- Good organisational skills
- Strong communication skills
Training and Apprenticeship:
- On-the-job training – gaining practical experience within a school setting.
- Off-the-job training – attending sessions covering safeguarding, behaviour management, child development, and learning strategies.
- Regular assessments and feedback to track progress and improve skills.
- Additional learning support, particularly in literacy, numeracy, and communication.
As part of this apprenticeship, the successful candidate will undertake a structured training programme that includes Level 2/3 Supporting, Teaching and Learning. Minimum A*-C GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths is required.
Personal qualities:
- Reliable
- Smart appearance
- Professional attitude
- A level of maturity with working in a school environment will be required
- Ambitious and hard working
- Desire to be a positive role model to young people
Hafod y Wern - Early Years Teaching Assistant Apprentice Wrexham, Wrexham, LL13 9HD employer: Educators Wales
Gwersyllt CP School is an exceptional employer, offering a nurturing environment for Early Years Teaching Assistant Apprentices to thrive in their educational careers. With a strong focus on professional development, apprentices benefit from comprehensive training and support, fostering both personal and professional growth while making a meaningful impact on the lives of young learners in Wrexham. The school's commitment to promoting Welsh culture and language adds a unique dimension to the role, making it a rewarding place to work.
