Specialist Teaching Assistant

Full-Time Teaching Assistant – Specialist Resource Base (SRB)

Location: Newport (NP19)
Make a real impact where it matters most.

We are looking for a caring, resilient and committed Teaching Assistant to join a brand-new Specialist Resource Base (SRB) in Newport. This is a fantastic chance to help shape a new provision from the very beginning and support pupils with a range of additional learning and behavioural needs.

About the Role

• Location: Newport (NP19)

• Hours: Full-time, Monday–Friday

• Pay: £89.38 per day

• Setting: Specialist Resource Base (SRB)

• Needs Supported: ASD, ADHD, SEMH and wider learning needs

• Support: 1:1 and small group work

• Focus: Helping pupils regulate behaviour, stay engaged and access learning

• Teamwork: Work alongside teachers, SENCO and therapists

• Start Date:

  • December: Induction and training

  • January: Full-time start

• Commitment: Until at least Easter, likely through to July

What We’re Looking For

You don’t need prior SRB experience — we’re looking for someone with the right attitude and genuine passion for supporting children.

You should be:

• Patient, calm and resilient

• Passionate about SEN and behaviour support

• Confident managing challenging behaviour

• Able to build positive, trusting relationships

• A strong communicator and team player

Experience in SEN, SRB or behaviour support is an advantage, but not essential.

What You’ll Gain

• Full training and induction in December

• Support from a specialist, experienced team

• Weekly pay at a competitive rate

• A rewarding role with real impact

• Ongoing guidance and CPD through Teaching Personnel

• Potential for a permanent school role

If you’re passionate about helping pupils who need additional support and want to be part of a meaningful new provision in Newport (NP19), we’d love to hear from you!