Special Education Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant

Special Education Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant

Location: Ely, Cardiff
Hours: Full-Time, 35 hours per week
Pay: £12.90 per hour
Contract Type: Temporary

About Us:
At Teaching Personnel, we are looking for someone to join our partnership school which provide a nurturing and inclusive environment for students aged 3 to 19 with a wide range of additional learning needs, including autism, non-verbal autism, and profound and multiple learning difficulties. Our approach is centred around supporting each child to thrive and adapt to their unique abilities and needs, creating a learning environment that encourages growth, independence, and inclusion.

Role Overview:
We are looking for an enthusiastic, confident, and committed Teaching Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will work alongside dedicated teaching staff to provide tailored support to our students. You will play a crucial role in helping our students engage with their learning, develop new skills, and grow in their confidence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support students in a range of classroom activities, helping them engage with the curriculum and work towards their individual learning goals.
• Foster an inclusive and positive learning environment that caters to the diverse needs of the students.
• Assist with personal care and communication support, including non-verbal communication techniques where appropriate.
• Work closely with the classroom teacher and other staff to develop and implement individualized learning plans.
• Support students in both group and one-on-one settings to promote independence and social development.
• Observe and report on student progress, contributing to regular assessments and reviews.
• Provide emotional and behavioural support, promoting a safe and supportive learning environment.

Key Skills and Qualities:

• Experience working with children or young people with additional learning needs, especially autism and complex learning disabilities, is desirable but not essential.
• A strong sense of empathy and patience, with a calm and supportive approach to managing challenging behaviours.
• Ability to engage and motivate students, recognizing and celebrating their achievements, however small.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Confidence in supporting students who may have non-verbal communication methods and using alternative communication systems.
• A positive, flexible, and proactive approach to working in a dynamic environment.

Why Work With Us?

• You’ll be part of a passionate, supportive team that values your contributions.
• Full training and ongoing professional development opportunities.
• A rewarding role where you can make a real difference in the lives of children and young people.
• A friendly, collaborative working environment in a school dedicated to high-quality education for all students.

How to Apply:
Please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role below via the button link. The closing date for applications is 1th April 2025.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.

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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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