Learning Support Assistant - Ysgol Y Deri

About Us Do you want to be part of an exciting period of growth in a forward thinking an innovative school?

Ysgol Y Deri is a local authority day special school maintained by the Vale of Glamorgan

local authority. Currently there are over 550 pupils on roll.

On the Penarth site pupils are aged between 3 and 19. We support children and young people, with either severe learning difficulties, profound and multiple learning difficulties, moderate learning difficulties, social emotional and mental health needs or autistic spectrum disorders.

Due to expansion, Ysgol Y Deri are interested in recruiting dynamic and energising Learning Support Assistants to join our amazing team. We believe school should be unmissable.

Are you dedicated to making a difference but find yourself frustrated that often you are prevented from doing just that? Then we might have the job for you.

Our dedicated team provides a broad, lively, and stimulating person-centred curriculum for our pupils, we focus on inspiring change within our pupils to ensure their successful future.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team who put pupils at the centre of everything we do.

Ambitious

• Forward thinking, embracing new ways of working and investing in our future.

Open

• Open to different ideas and being accountable for the decisions we take.

Together

• Working together as a team that engages with our customers and partners, respects diversity and is committed to quality services.

Proud

• Proud of the Vale of Glamorgan; proud to serve our communities and to be part of the Vale of Glamorgan Council.

Website: https://www.yyd.org.uk/

About The Role Pay Details: Grade 5 SP (8 - 12) £27,709 - £29,542 + SEN allowance Pro rata **(Actual pro rata pay amount is roughly £22,913 - £24,428)

Hours of Work / Weeks per year / Working Pattern:** Full Time (Monday– Friday 8.30pm – 3.30pm) Term time only.

Main Place of Work: Ysgol y Deri (Penarth, Barry Campus, Llyn Derw or Derw Newydd)

Permanent Role Description: Ysgol Y Deri are interested in recruiting dynamic and energising Learning Support Assistants to join our amazing team. We believe school should be unmissable and audacious.

We are looking for people who are willing and able to turn their hand to a variety of Curriculum areas and activities; someone who can help our pupils engage and enjoy life affirming experiences. Someone who recognises the importance of both high support and high challenge. If you think that's you, please do get in touch.

Whilst a background in special needs is not essential, a strong understanding of the needs of learners with ALN and/or social, emotional and mental health needs would be advantageous

About You You will need: This would ideally suit someone who loves working with children, someone who loves to impart knowledge and support children to thrive. The successful candidate should be prepared and excited to take on something completely different. The role on offer includes supporting and teaching groups of pupils as well as 1:1 academic lessons across our curriculum.

We are looking for someone who truly wants to make a difference to young people’s lives; someone willing to be the difference. Someone who wants to help our students fulfil their potential by giving them a chance to change; someone humble, yet confident, enthusiastic yet understands the need for boundaries. Can you be an extraordinary role model at Ysgol Y Deri?

The successful candidate will have excellent classroom practice, including use of ICT, high expectations of pupil engagement and achievements and a willingness to work as part of a dedicated team that is committed to providing the very best opportunities for all of our pupils.

You will be required to have an enhanced and barred DBS for both Child and Adult and be registered with EWC.

Additional information

For Further Information, contact: Rebecca Williams [email protected]

Assistant Manager (HR)

Take a look at our website , https://www.yyd.org.uk/ and our social media pages Facebook – Ysgol Y Deri Special School

Twitter - @YsgolYDeri @DeriYsgolPrim @yydsecondary

Return Method: e-mail [email protected]

Please refer to job description / person specification for more information Closing Date: 30th October 2026 Shortlisting: w/c 2nd November 2026 Interviews: w/c 9th November 2026