Unqualified SEN Teaching Assistant

Unqualified SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Tredegar
Pay: £92.63 per day
Contract: Full-Time

Start a Career That Changes Lives

Looking for more than just a job? This is your chance to join a highly respected SEN school in Tredegar where every day brings the opportunity to make a real impact.

As an Unqualified SEN Teaching Assistant, you'll play a vital role in supporting children and young people with Additional Learning Needs (ALN). Working closely with experienced teachers, therapists, and support staff, you'll help pupils overcome barriers to learning, build confidence, and celebrate achievements- big and small.

No two days are the same. Whether you're supporting learning activities, encouraging social development, or helping students regulate emotions and behaviour, you'll be providing the consistency and encouragement that can make all the difference.

This role is ideal for anyone considering a future career in education, psychology, social care, youth work, or therapy.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting pupils with a range of additional learning needs both inside and outside the classroom.
• Helping adapt activities to suit individual learning styles and abilities.
• Promoting emotional wellbeing, confidence, and independence.
• Building positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families.
• Assisting in creating a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment.
• Celebrating student progress and contributing to meaningful outcomes every day.

Who We're Looking For

You don't need previous classroom experience- we're looking for the right attitude above all else.

You'll be:

• Passionate about supporting children and young people with ALN.
• Patient, caring, and able to build positive relationships.
• Adaptable and resilient in a fast-paced environment.
• Calm under pressure and able to provide consistent support.
• A strong communicator with a proactive approach to learning.
• Personal experience supporting those with ALN

Requirements:

• Enhanced Child and Adult DBS on the Update Service (support available if needed).
• Registered with the Education Workforce Council (EWC) or willing to register.
• Full UK driving licence and access to transport, or willingness to travel across Cardiff and surrounding areas.

Why This School?

This exceptional SEN provision has built a reputation for delivering outstanding support to pupils and creating an environment where both students and staff can flourish.

You'll be joining a school that:

• Puts wellbeing and inclusion at the heart of everything it does.
• Invests heavily in staff development, training, and mentoring.
• Offers specialist resources and expert support teams.
• Encourages collaboration, innovation, and professional growth.
• Provides a warm, welcoming culture where every team member is valued.

The leadership team is committed to helping staff develop their skills and progress their careers, making this an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain valuable experience in the education sector.

Take the First Step Today

If you're ready to make a meaningful difference and begin a rewarding career supporting young people with additional learning needs, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now by uploading your CV.

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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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