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We&#8217;re seeking individuals who can build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents while helping children achieve their full potential in a nurturing learning environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"pt-2\">Job Specification<\/h2>\n<p>Working within a Welsh medium school is not only rewarding but essential in keeping the Welsh language prominent within our society.<\/p>\n<p>We are looking for reliable and responsible individuals, who are passionate about working with children to help them strive and make their school experience a fun and safe environment by giving them the tools to reach their full potential.<\/p>\n<p>Your responsibilities will be to support the teacher in delivering lessons and activities in a safe and engaging manner, assisting in the preparation of lessons plans and learning resources and encouraging positive behaviour and supporting the teacher with classroom management.<\/p>\n<p>Ideally, we ask for 3 months minimum experience working with children or have a child-based qualification. 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