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Ysgol Y Moelwyn - Teaching Assistant

Employer:
Ap Prentis Cyf
Location:
Ysgol Y Moelwyn, Wynne Road, LL41 3DW, United Kingdom.
Pay:
Apprenticeship rates
Hours of work:
16-30 hours per week
Training provider:
Grŵp Llandrillo Menai
Level:
Foundation Apprenticeship (Level 2)
Sector:
Education and Information Services
Pathway:
Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools
Possible start date:
01 July 2026
Closing date:
30 June 2026
Positions available:
1
Vacancy ID:
6815
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About the apprenticeship

Duties

Support for Students



Supervising and providing special support for students, including some with special needs, ensuring their safety and access to learning activities.
Assisting with the learning and development of each student, including implementing Individual Education/Behavior Plans and Personal Care programs – including toileting, feeding, and mobility.
Following training, administering medication in accordance with procedures and policies for the ALN and schools.
Promoting inclusion and acceptance of every student.
Encouraging students to interact with others and participate in activities under the teacher’s guidance.
Setting challenging and extended expectations and promoting self-respect and independence.
Under the teacher’s guidance, providing feedback to students regarding progress and achievement.
Applying strategies to encourage independence and self-confidence.
Providing effective feedback to students regarding programs and recognizing and rewarding achievement

Requirements

Skills

Experience

Working with children of the appropriate age or caring for them.
Working on a one-to-one basis with pupils with additional needs.

Qualifications

Good numeracy/literacy skills.
Training in relevant strategies to support learning.
First aid training as appropriate.

Knowledge/Skills

Effective learning materials to support teaching and learning.
Using basic equipment and technology, e.g., video, photocopier.
Understanding relevant policies/practice codes and awareness of relevant legislation.
General understanding of the national/foundation stage, 14-19 curriculum pathways, and other appropriate learning programs/strategies.
Basic understanding of child development and learning.
The ability to relate well to children and adults.
Working constructively as part of a team, understanding classroom functions and responsibilities and your own role within them.

Qualifications

GCSE Grade A-C

Language

Welsh Spoken Skills:
Yes
Welsh Written Skills:
No

Course details

Training provider:
Grŵp Llandrillo Menai
Training provider course:
Level 2 NVQ in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools

About the employer


Ysgol Y Moelwyn
Wynne Road
Blaenau Ffestiniog
Gwynedd
LL41 3DW

Disability confident

No, we are not part of the Disability Confident Scheme from the UK Department for Work and Pensions.

Please note that all apprenticeships are open to everyone. However, some organisations have worked to achieve Disability Confident accreditation. You should always apply for the apprenticeship you feel best suited to.

Interview arrangements

Initial call followed by interview at school

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