Unqualified SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Ystrad Mynach, South Wales
Pay Rate: £89.38 per day
Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm
Contract: Full Academic Year from Jan 2026

About the Role

Are you passionate about supporting young people with Special Educational Needs and disabilities?

Teaching Personnel is seeking a resilient and dedicated Unqualified SEN Teaching Assistant professional to join a specialist school in Ystrad Mynach, working with pupils aged 3–19. This is a full-time hands-on, rewarding role where every day brings the chance to make a real impact on a child’s learning and personal development.

You’ll be working 1:1 with pupils, helping them access the curriculum and supporting their social, emotional, and behavioural development. The ideal candidate is patient, adaptable, and confident in building positive relationships, with the ability to stay calm under pressure and apply effective strategies to manage challenging situations. Your flexibility, resilience, and positive approach will be key to creating a safe, nurturing environment where pupils can thrive.

If you’re looking for a role where your skills truly make a difference, and you’re ready to take on a rewarding challenge in an inspiring SEN setting, this is the perfect opportunity to grow your career while supporting young learners to achieve their potential.

Who We’re Looking For
We are seeking a compassionate and resilient individual with a patient and understanding approach. The ideal candidate will:

• Have experience supporting children or young people with SEN and challenging behaviours (desirable)
• Provide consistent 1:1 and small group support tailored to individual pupil needs
• Aged 18 or over
• Use effective strategies to manage and de-escalate behaviour
• Encourage pupils’ engagement, confidence, and emotional development
• Support pupils with personal care, mobility, and sensory needs as required
• Be dedicated to fostering an inclusive, safe, and supportive learning environment

Requirements (or willingness to obtain – guidance provided by Teaching Personnel)

• Registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC)
• Enhanced Child and Adult DBS on the Update Service
• Level 2 Safeguarding training
• Minimum of two professional references covering the last 24 months of employment

Why Choose Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive daily pay
• Dedicated recruitment consultant support
• A wide range of free online courses and discounted CPD opportunities
• Access to both temporary and permanent roles across local partnership schools

Ready to Begin Your Career in SEN Education?
If you're ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities, and want to start a rewarding, hands-on role in education — we’d love to hear from you!

Submit your CV today and take the next step in your teaching journey.

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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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