ASD Base / Mainstream Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Competitive rates

Ongoing training

Dedicated consultant support

Long-term placements

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is recruiting a caring and dedicated Teaching Assistant to work in an ASD Base and mainstream school in the CF23 area. The role focuses on supporting pupils with ASD and additional learning needs, helping them access education and thrive both academically and socially.

You will work 1:1 and in small groups, deliver sensory activities, and support pupils' emotional regulation, communication, and independence, in both classroom and outdoor settings.

Qualifications

• Previous Teaching Assistant experience.
• Experience with children in educational settings (childminding, nursery, care, youth work).
• A relevant degree (e.g., Psychology, Education, Childhood Studies).

Responsibilities

• Support pupils 1:1 and in small groups.
• Deliver sensory activities tailored to individual needs.
• Help pupils regulate their emotions and behaviour.
• Support learning activities inside and outside the classroom.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and staff.

Skills

Teaching Assistant experience

Experience with children

Patience

Strong communication

Education

Relevant degree (Psychology, Education, Childhood Studies)

Job description

Location: CF23, Cardiff
Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm
Start Date: ASAP (subject to vetting clearance)
Pay: Competitive weekly pay through Teaching Personnel

Teaching Personnel is currently recruiting for a caring and dedicated Teaching Assistant to work within an ASD Base and mainstream school setting in the CF23 area. This rewarding role involves supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and additional learning needs, helping them to access education and thrive both academically and socially.

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Delivering sensory activities tailored to individual needs
• Helping pupils regulate their emotions and behaviour
• Encouraging communication, social interaction, and independence
• Supporting learning activities both inside and outside the classroom
• Building positive relationships with pupils and staff

We are looking for individuals who have:

• Previous Teaching Assistant experience
• Childminding, nursery, care, youth work, or other experience working with children
• A relevant degree, such as Psychology, Education, Childhood Studies, Criminology, Health & Social Care, or similar
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional learning needs
• Patience, resilience, and strong communication skills

• Weekly pay
• Competitive rates of pay
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Continued support from your dedicated consultant
• Valuable experience working within a specialist SEN setting
• Opportunity to secure long-term school placements

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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