Teaching Assistant - LRC - Ysgol Penrhyn Dewi

Come and take a key role in the first All Age VA Learning Resource Centre in our successful inclusive all age school in one of the most beautiful settings in Wales.

Grade 4 - £25,185 for 30 hours per week term time only for 45.8 weeks per annum equating to £17,937.25 pro rata rising to 46.8 weeks, £18,914.02 pro rata per annum after 5 years’ service.

Ysgol Penrhyn Dewi VA is a 3-16 Church in Wales school that serves the historic city of St. Davids and its surrounding areas. Based in the picturesque Pembrokeshire National Park, the school provides a caring, inclusive and welcoming environment where all stake-holders are proud of the Christian and community ethos. The school has strong links with the local community where there are extensive opportunities for outdoor activities, and a busy all year calendar of social and cultural events.

The school is looking to appoint a forward-thinking and innovative LSA with a passion for working with pupils with ALN. This role is based within the secondary LRC however applications are welcome from colleagues who have worked in primary or secondary settings and who are willing to work on occasion throughout the 3-16 age range. Supported by the Lead Teachers and HLTAs, you will work collaboratively with the primary and secondary LRC to ensure best practice across the school provision.

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Safeguarding

Safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk is a high priority for Pembrokeshire County Council. We aim to support vulnerable children and adults at risk to ensure they are as safe as they can possibly be. We are committed to ensuring their safety and will take action to safeguard their well-being. The Council’s Corporate Safeguarding Policy provides a framework for every member of staff and Service within the Council, setting out responsibilities in relation to safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk as well as the methods by which the Council will be assured that it is fulfilling its duties.

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Support & Additional Info

Welsh language skills are desirable. Applications may be submitted in Welsh and will not be treated less favourably than applications submitted in English.