Teaching Assistant - Autistic Spectrum Disorder

Role: Teaching Assistant – Supporting Autistic Pupils
Location: Cardiff
Hours: Full-time, Term-time only
Salary: £13.75 per hour

Teaching Personnel are seeking a Teaching Assistant on behalf of one of our partner schools who believe every young person deserves to feel valued, supported, and inspired to reach their full potential. The school have created an inclusive community and are looking for a caring, dedicated Teaching Assistant to join them in supporting autistic pupils as they grow both academically and personally.

What the role involves:

• Working closely with pupils, helping them to access lessons and feel confident in their learning.
• Supporting social and emotional development, including communication and life skills.
• Collaborating with teachers and families to create the best possible support for each student.
• Encouraging independence, resilience, and a love of learning.

About you:

You don’t need years of experience to be the right fit – what matters most is your compassion, patience, and commitment to making a difference. If you’re someone who can listen, encourage, and celebrate every achievement (big or small), you’ll thrive in this role.

Experience of supporting autistic pupils is an advantage, but full training and guidance will be provided.

What Teaching Personnel can offer you:

• A welcoming, supportive school where teamwork really matters.
• Training and professional development to help you grow in your role.
• The chance to be part of a community that values inclusion and celebrates diversity.
• The rewarding experience of helping pupils flourish, both in and out of the classroom.
• Support in continually finding work until you land your perfect role.

How to apply:

If this sounds like the role for you, Teaching Personnel would love to hear from you. Please follow the links below to register your application.

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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