SEN Teaching Assistant

Special Needs Teaching Assistant – Vale of Glamorgan
Through Teaching Personnel

Teaching Personnel are looking to appoint a number of dynamic, enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistants to work within a vibrant and nurturing specialist pervision  in the Vale of Glamorgan.

This is an exciting opportunity to support pupils in a specialist setting where wellbeing, independence and inclusion are at the heart of daily learning. The school has a warm and supportive environment where staff work closely together to help pupils develop socially, emotionally and academically.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will support the class teacher with day-to-day classroom activities while encouraging pupils to develop independence and confidence. You will play an important role in promoting the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils and supporting them to achieve their individual goals.

About the School

This specialist provision supports pupils aged 4–11 with a range of additional learning needs, including:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)

• Speech, language and communication needs

• Severe learning difficulties

• Physical and medical needs

• Social and emotional needs

The school is a caring and nurturing environment where pupil wellbeing is central to everything they do. Staff work together to provide consistent care, support and guidance to help pupils succeed.

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates looking to gain experience in a specialist setting or develop a long-term career working with children with additional needs.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant you will:

• Support the class teacher in daily classroom activities

• Work with pupils on a 1:1 and small group basis

• Support pupils with additional learning needs

• Encourage independence and confidence

• Help manage behaviour positively

• Promote inclusion and engagement

• Support social and emotional development

Requirements

Applicants should:

• Have experience working with children or young people (school, care or youth work experience welcomed)

• Be patient, caring and adaptable

• Be confident supporting pupils with additional needs

• Work well as part of a team

• Be reliable and committed

Candidates must be willing to obtain:

• Enhanced DBS

• EWC Registration (we can support with this)

Pay & Benefits

• Weekly pay through PAYE

• Flexible work opportunities

• Ongoing support from Teaching Personnel

• Opportunities for long-term roles

• Valuable SEN experience

Safeguarding

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safeguarding checks including an enhanced DBS.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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