Teaching Assistant Ysgol Calon Cymru32.5 hours per week / 39 weeks per yearFixed-tern until 18.07.2025Ysgol Calon Cymru is an 11-18 school in the heart of Powys with approximately 850 pupils and an active sixth form - https://www.ysgolcalon.cymru We are proud of our pupils and expect them to work hard to achieve and then exceed their expectations. We are looking for a highly motivated Teaching Assistant who wants to make a difference to the education and learning experiences of our students. We are looking for an inspirational, creative and outstanding Teaching Assistant who:• Has experience of working with pupils with additional learning needs; ASD, ADHD and General Learning Difficulties.• Has high expectations of both learning and behaviour• Must be able to work across several year groups and support the delivery of differentiated learning opportunities• Has experience of using multisensory and practical approaches to consolidate concepts.• Motivate pupils to produce their best work using appropriate praise and support.• Be able to follow directions but also to use initiative when working with the pupils.• Has a good understanding of nurture and supportive behaviour strategies.• Communicate appropriately with parents, carers and colleagues as well as pupils.• Demonstrate good communication skills both orally and written.• Works well with pupils, school staff and outside agencies.• Support the children with various extra-curricular activities.• Is a positive and enthusiastic role model for the pupils.• Is hardworking, flexible and able to make an active contribution to the life of the school Candidates need to be patient, empathetic and nurturing and have a sense of humour. Candidates should be reflective practitioners and be able to change their approach when working with different learners. While mid Powys is a great place to work, it is also a truly great place to live with friendly, close knit communities and a stunning natural environment. Work life balance here is easy to achieve and we have so much to offer our local population. We have a wide range of sporting, cultural and arts opportunities for all ages. Golf, fishing, walking, cycling, mountain biking, theatres, cinema, the Hay Festival and the Royal Welsh show are all on the doorstep and a wide range of clubs and groups exist to appeal to different ages and interests. Just a little further away are the bright lights of Cardiff, Hereford, Aberystwyth and Swansea and the area is served by the scenic Mid Wales Line and bus links to help provide easy access.Closing Date: 17.11.24Interviews TBCStarting Date As soon as possibleFor further information please contact Vicky Phillips (ALNCo) -[email protected]