Teaching Assistant Level 3 - Special School (Ysgol Penmaes) in Brecon

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Teaching Assistant Level 3 - Special School (Ysgol Penmaes)

Salary: Grade 7Point 15 to Point 19£31,015 to £33,119 per annum pro rata£16.07 to £17.16 per hour

Teaching Assistant Level 3 - Special School (Ysgol Penmaes)

Job description

L3 Teaching Assistant Special

(Pupil Hygiene, Health and Hydro Team)

Fixed term in the first instance until January 2028

Two positions

Grade 7: £31,015 to £33,119 per annum

pro rata £16.07 to £17.16 per hour (Full time salary)

The salary for this role is pro rata the above, and is for 32.5 hrs per week / 39 weeks per annum (plus holiday entitlement) this is calculated at an hourly rate of £16.07 then incremental rises annual to a maximum of £17.16 (current payscale as of 05.10.2026)

Context:

The pupil Hygiene, Health and Hydro Team plays a key part in supporting the personal and health care needs of pupils across the school. The team is also instrumental in supporting hydrotherapy sessions by changing pupils and supporting poolside. Under the guidance of the Assistant Headteacher- Lucy Morgan, the team takes an active role in ensuring that pupils have their personal, health and hydrotherapy needs met. The role also involves observing pupils and ensuring that appropriate systems are used to track, monitor and evaluate pupil progress/needs. Excellent teamwork, high standards and a capacity to work hard is at the core of the team's success. Members of the team must be flexible with the ability, determination and commitment to work collaboratively with the senior leadership team to further the strategic direction of the school.

What are the expectations of the team:

Working under the overall supervision of the Assistant Headteacher.
To be responsible, on a day to day basis, for ensuring that pupils personal, health and hydrotherapy needs are met. This will involve supporting pupils aged 3-19 years old with severe or profound and complex learning difficulties including pupils with Autistic Spectrum Disorder.
Follow a timetable, as required.
Monitor and provide for general care, safety and welfare of pupils, including tasks connected with their personal (hygiene) and health care needs.
Conduct observations e.g. when poolside and record where necessary
The team will consist of 3 staff who will be responsible for supporting the hygiene, health and hydro needs of pupils.
The team will support updates in relation to hygiene, health and hydro needs.
The team will be responsible to ensure all policies and procedures are in place
A positive mind‑set and a willingness to make a difference/impact
Members of the team need to have a passion for supporting ALL pupils' hygiene, health and hydro needs. A real commitment to making a difference to pupil development is key
The team that is formed will be based in the physio room. Each class will also have a radio to call for support outside of the timetable
The team will be responsible for all informing the business manager if stocks are required e.g. PPE
To be trained in appropriate health procedures e.g. administering medication and feeds
Support transitions periods such as lunch and break times as directed
To undertake any training deemed appropriate for the role e.g. people handling
To support and implement individual health‑care plans (iHCPs)

What the team will not be:

The team will NOT be class based

What we can offer:

Support and guidance from highly experienced senior leaders.
A clear vision.
Clear roles and responsibilities.
Specialist training.
A team approach consisting of 3 staff whose job will solely be responsible for supporting the hygiene, health and hydro needs of pupils
A specified room‑the team will be based in the physio (therapies) room.
Resources needed to support pupils in order to make an impact
The opportunities to make a difference

Continuing professional development expectations:

To take part in the school's staff development programme by participating in arrangements for further training and professional development.
To continue personal development in relevant areas including subject knowledge and teaching methods as determined by senior leadership
To achieve any performance criteria or targets related to the management post arising from the School's Performance Management arrangements
To engage in the Performance Management Review process.
Undergo regular observations and participate in regular in‑service training (INSET) as part of continuing professional development
Maintain any relevant memberships to professional bodies, commensurate with the job role

Skills and abilities required:

Good people skills enable you to assist with liaison between pupils, families or/and other agencies.
Ability to engage constructively with, and relate to, a wide range of young people with different social and cultural backgrounds.
Good organisational skills
An empathetic approach and an ability to respect the dignity of pupils
Ability to produce observation reports if required
Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing
Able to work constructively as part of a team
Able to professionally and respectfully challenge and support colleagues to improve their practice
Ability to accept challenge and constructive criticism with professionalism.
Able to assess needs of individuals and groups to inform planning
Able to analyse data to assess needs,
A commitment and a determination to meet to the needs of individual learners with

Additional Learning Needs

A positive and resilient attitude to the changing demands of a special school
Commitment to the safeguarding and welfare of all pupils
Fully committed to the ethos of the school in all work
Ability to work collaboratively with others
Ability to manage own time and task
Practical and theoretical knowledge of hygiene, health and hydro needs
Ability to promote good relationships
Ability to produce careful, accurate, positive and well written reports as deemed necessary
Other duties that are deemed necessary by the senior leadership team

Personal attributes:

Commitment to meeting the needs of our pupils and their families
Taking and accepting directions from others
Ability to work sensitively with a variety of people and stakeholders
Ability to reflect on own practice and learn from experiences
Reliability, integrity & creativity in problem solving
Self‑motivated and able to work unsupervised
Able to quickly engage and build appropriate relationships with pupils
High levels of emotional literacy
Flexible with the ability, determination and commitment to work collaboratively
Excellent work ethic
Flexible, able to respond quickly to changes and think on your feet
A commitment to inclusive education and a determination to meet the needs of individual pupils
A positive and resilient attitude to the changing demands of the school
Genuine commitment to the ethos and work at Ysgol Penmaes

This position has a requirement for an Enhanced DBS ChecK

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