Educational Support Worker

Vision for Education - Cardiff; Abertillery; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education supply agency in Abertillery is seeking a dedicated Educational Support Worker to support pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder in a full-time role. This position involves helping young learners access their education, fostering communication and social skills, and nurturing independence in a calm, structured environment. The ideal candidate will have experience with children having special educational needs and a compassionate attitude towards their development. Excellent benefits and ongoing professional development will be provided.

Benefits

Excellent daily rates

Guaranteed pay scheme

Social and networking events

Pension contributions

Ongoing CPD

Dedicated consultant support

Qualifications

• Must have an Enhanced Adult and Child DBS on the Update Service.
• Experience with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Help pupils access learning and develop communication skills.
• Support personal care needs when required.
• Work closely with pupils in a calm and structured setting.

Skills

Experience supporting children or young people with SEN/ALN

Patient and nurturing attitude

Commitment to promoting independence and inclusion

Ability to follow individual learning and behaviour plans

Confidence supporting personal care needs

Job description

Educational Support Worker (Full-Time)

Newport

£444.60 - £509.60 per week

January 2026

The school and role

A supportive and inclusive SEN school in Newport is looking to appoint a dedicated Educational Support Worker on a full-time basis. The school supports pupils aged 4-16 with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and a range of complex needs.

You will work closely with a small group of pupils, helping them access learning, develop communication and social skills, and build independence within a structured and calm setting. The role requires a practical, patient approach and a genuine interest in supporting young people with additional learning needs.

Requirements

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN/ALN, particularly ASD.
• A patient, nurturing attitude and a consistent approach.
• A commitment to promoting independence and inclusion.
• The ability to follow individual learning and behaviour plans and work well as part of a team.
• Confidence supporting personal care needs when required.
• An Enhanced Adult and Child DBS on the Update Service.

What we offer

• Excellent daily rates paid through the PAYE system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
• Social and networking events.
• Pension contributions.
• Ongoing CPD to support your professional development.
• Access to a dedicated consultant for guidance and support.

About us

We are a market-leading education supply agency, committed to supporting young people with a wide range of needs. With branches across the country, we aim to provide high-quality staffing and opportunities within education.

We welcome applications from all sections of the community and do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, religion, disability, or sexual orientation.

How to apply

If you are an Educational Support Worker who can make a positive difference to learners aged 4-16 and would like the opportunity to work in a rewarding SEN environment, we would like to hear from you.

Apply via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities, call (phone number removed).