SEN Teaching Assistant Opportunities in Pontypridd & Merthyr Tydfil
Location: Pontypridd & Merthyr Tydfil
Pay: Starting at £92.63 per day
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available
Are you passionate about supporting children with additional learning needs and making a real difference in the classroom?
Teaching Personnel is seeking caring, patient, and enthusiastic SEN (Special Educational Needs) Teaching Assistants to work in schools across Pontypridd and Merthyr Tydfil. This rewarding role involves supporting pupils with a range of additional learning needs, including Autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and social, emotional, and mental health needs.
The Role
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:
- Support pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
- Assist children in accessing learning and achieving their individual targets.
- Encourage positive behaviour and engagement within the classroom.
- Support pupils' social, emotional, and academic development.
- Work closely with teachers and SENCOs to deliver tailored support.
- Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families.
The Ideal Candidate
This role would suit someone who:
- Has experience working with children or young people (desirable but not essential).
- Is patient, resilient, and nurturing.
- Has an interest in supporting children with additional learning needs.
- Can adapt to different situations and learning styles.
- Is a strong communicator and team player.
- Is passionate about making a positive impact on young people's lives.
Why Work Through Teaching Personnel?
✅ Competitive daily pay from £92.63 per day
✅ Weekly PAYE pay
✅ Flexible working opportunities to suit your availability
✅ Access to free CPD and training courses
✅ Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
✅ Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles
Important Information ✍️
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to the appropriate vetting process, including:
- Enhanced Child Workforce DBS Check
- Professional references covering recent employment history
- Registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC)
Apply Today
If you're looking for a rewarding role supporting children with additional learning needs across Pontypridd and Merthyr Tydfil, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now or contact our Cardiff team on 02921 151 966 for more information.
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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