Behaviour Support Assistant

Vision for Education Ltd; Carmarthen; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible supply work

Long-term, short-term & permanent TA</

Job summary

Vision for Education Ltd is seeking motivated Teaching Assistants to support pupils with SEN in specialist educational settings in the Carmarthen area and across Swansea.

You will deliver one-to-one support, assist in classrooms, and help pupils engage with learning while building confidence and positive behaviour. Opportunities for long-term or permanent roles and ongoing CPD training are available.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN or ALN.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A patient, caring, and adaptable approach.
• A genuine passion for supporting children with Autism, ADHD, speech and language needs, and additional learning needs.

Responsibilities

• Support children with SEN and ALN in the classroom.
• Deliver one-to-one support and small-group interventions.
• Work closely with the class teacher to support learning, behaviour, and emotional wellbeing.
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual pupil needs.
• Promote an inclusive, positive, and engaging learning environment.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
• Work flexibly across a variety of primary schools throughout Swansea.

Skills

SEN experience

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Job description

Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant

Vision For Education are seeking motivated, sporty, resilient and caring male and female assistants to support young people within specialist educational settings across in the carmarthen area.

This is a highly rewarding opportunity for people who enjoy building relationships, supporting young people to overcome challenges and helping them achieve positive outcomes.

You will work with pupils who may require additional support with behaviour, emotional wellbeing, communication, confidence, social development and engagement in education.

You may work with pupils with:

Social, Emotional & Mental Health (SEMH) needs

Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)

ADHD

Anxiety and emotional regulation difficulties

Behavioural challenges

Communication and interaction needs

Additional Learning Needs (ALN)

Trauma and attachment-related difficulties

You will be focused on promoting positive behaviour, building confidence, developing social skills and helping pupils engage successfully in education.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support children with SEN and ALN in the classroom.
• Deliver one-to-one support and small-group interventions.
• Work closely with the class teacher to support learning, behaviour, and emotional wellbeing.
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual pupil needs.
• Promote an inclusive, positive, and engaging learning environment.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
• Work flexibly across a variety of primary schools throughout Swansea.

Requirements

To be considered for these Teaching Assistant jobs in Swansea, you'll ideally have:

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN or ALN.
• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant (LSA), ALN Teaching Assistant, SEN Support Assistant, Care Worker, Residential Support Worker, Nursery Practitioner, Youth Worker, or Support Worker (desirable).
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A patient, caring, and adaptable approach.
• A genuine passion for supporting children with Autism, ADHD, speech and language needs, and additional learning needs.

What We Offer

• Competitive daily pay from £92.56 per day (PAYE).
• Flexible supply Teaching Assistant work to suit your availability.
• Opportunities to work in a range of welcoming primary schools across Swansea.
• Free CPD and specialist training in SEN, ALN, Autism, behaviour management, and safeguarding.
• Pension contributions.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education recruitment consultant.
• Opportunities for long-term, short-term, and permanent Teaching Assistant positions.

About Vision for Education

Vision for Education is one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies, specialising in Teaching Assistant jobs, ALN and school support staff positions.

We work with primary, secondary, and specialist schools across Swansea and South Wales, matching talented education professionals with rewarding opportunities.

Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and vetting checks in line with safer recruitment practices.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

Start your next Teaching Assistant role in Carmarthen and help children with SEN and ALN reach their full potential.

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