SEN Teaching Assistant (SNRB)

SEN Teaching Assistant 

Location: Newport | ️ Start Date: 1st September 2025
Hours: 08:10 – 15:10, Monday to Friday | Contract: Full-Time (Fixed Term – Academic Year)
Pay: £447 per week / £13.75 per hour (Paid PAYE, Term Time Only)

Are you passionate about supporting young people with additional learning needs?
Do you thrive in a nurturing, inclusive school environment where every child is encouraged to succeed?

Teaching Personnel is proud to be working in partnership with a well-regarded secondary school in Newport, recognised for its strong Additional Learning Needs (ALN) provision and commitment to pupil development. The school has a supportive and experienced SEN team and is home to a well-established Special Needs Resource Base (SNRB).

We are currently seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and proactive Teaching Assistant to join the team from September 2025. This is a full-time role that will run for the academic year, with the possibility of extension or a permanent position for the right candidate.

About the School & the SNRB:

Although set in a mainstream secondary setting, the SNRB operates as a specialised learning environment for students with complex needs. The base supports pupils aged 11–16 who require a tailored approach to learning, often following a primary-style curriculum delivered by a team of specialist teachers and support staff.

Students within the SNRB present with a range of needs, including:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
• Speech, language, and communication needs (SLCN)
• Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges
• Global Developmental Delay (GDD)

The SNRB is fully integrated within the school community, and students are supported to access mainstream classes, extracurricular activities, and wider school life wherever appropriate.

Your Role as an SEN Teaching Assistant:

As a Teaching Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in supporting pupils with additional learning needs. Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering one-to-one and small group interventions to help students overcome learning and emotional barriers
• Working closely with the SNRB teaching staff to implement tailored learning strategies and Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
• Supporting behaviour plans, promoting positive relationships and emotional regulation
• Encouraging students to develop essential life skills, confidence, and independence
• Facilitating integration into mainstream classes and supporting students’ participation in house activities, trips, and school events
• Monitoring pupil progress and feeding back to the wider SEN team to help track outcomes and adapt approaches
• Contributing to the creation of a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment where every pupil feels valued and supported

This is a fantastic opportunity to work as part of a passionate, collaborative team that goes above and beyond to provide the best educational experience for every child.

Who We’re Looking For:

We welcome applicants from a wide variety of professional and academic backgrounds. Experience supporting young people with SEN or ALN is desirable but not essential, especially if you bring transferable skills and the right mindset.

You may be a great fit if you have experience as a:

• Qualified or trainee Teaching Assistant
• Graduate in Psychology, Education, or Performing Arts
• Youth worker, sports coach, mentor, or outdoor activity leader
• Care worker, support worker, or residential childcare practitioner
• Volunteer or professional with at least 3 months of experience working with children or young people in any setting

Above all, we’re looking for someone who is:

• Patient, empathetic, and able to build rapport quickly
• Proactive and able to work independently as well as part of a team
• Committed to promoting equality, inclusion, and pupil wellbeing
• Keen to develop professionally and contribute positively to the school community

Training & Support:

Teaching Personnel offers access to FREE CPD and accredited training, including:

• Understanding Autism
• Supporting Learners with Dyslexia and Communication Needs
• Behaviour Management
• The Thrive Approach
• The Complete SEND Diploma
• Safeguarding & The Prevent Duty

Whether you’re starting your journey in education or looking to specialise in SEN support, we’re here to help you develop your skills and grow your career.

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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