About the Pupils You'll Support

You may support pupils across primary, secondary and specialist educational settings with needs including:

✅ Additional Learning Needs (ALN)

✅ Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)

✅ ADHD

✅ Speech, Language & Communication Needs (SLCN)

✅ Social, Emotional & Mental Health (SEMH) needs

✅ Moderate to Severe Learning Difficulties

✅ Physical Disabilities

✅ Sensory Impairments

✅ Complex Needs

Every pupil is unique, and schools work closely with families and professionals to provide personalised support that helps learners reach their full potential.

Your Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting pupils throughout the school day and helping them engage successfully with learning.

A Typical Day May Include:

Supporting pupils in class during lessons and learning activities

Delivering 1:1 support and small-group interventions

Assisting teachers with differentiated learning activities

Encouraging emotional wellbeing and positive self-esteem

️ Supporting communication, language and social development

Promoting independence and life skills

Supporting creative, practical and outdoor learning activities

Assisting with breaktimes, lunchtimes and transitions throughout the day

Working closely with teachers, ALNCOs, parents and external professionals

Monitoring progress and recording observations

Helping create a positive, inclusive and supportive learning environment

What We're Looking For

We're seeking compassionate, proactive and adaptable individuals who are passionate about supporting children and young people.

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

✅ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

✅ Patience, empathy and understanding

✅ A positive and flexible approach to supporting learners

✅ Strong behaviour management and relationship-building skills

✅ The ability to remain calm and resilient in challenging situations

✅ Good safeguarding awareness

✅ Confidence working as part of a team

✅ A genuine commitment to supporting children with additional needs

✅ A willingness to learn and develop professionally

✔️ Essential Requirements

Enhanced DBS Check (or willingness to obtain one)

EWC Registration (or willingness to obtain)

Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection

Ability to build positive professional relationships with pupils and staff

Reliable, committed and able to work effectively within a school environment

Access to transport is desirable due to the variety of school locations across Carmarthenshire

Why Apply?

£14.25 per hour

Term-time only working pattern

⚖️ Excellent work-life balance – no evenings or weekends

Opportunities to work in a variety of schools and specialist provisions across Carmarthenshire

Ongoing training and career development

Potential for long-term and permanent opportunities

Dedicated support from an experienced recruitment consultant

Opportunities available across multiple locations throughout the county

Make a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people every day

Help pupils develop confidence, independence and brighter futures

Apply Today!

If you're passionate about supporting children and young people with Additional Learning Needs, and want a rewarding role where no two days are the same, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and begin a fulfilling career supporting learners across schools and specialist provisions throughout Carmarthenshire.