Flexible working SEN Teaching Assistant (student)

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Newport; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

Dedicated recruitment consultant

Access to training and CPD

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is seeking a flexible, student-friendly SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils in Newport. You’ll deliver 1:1 and small-group support, adapt to various classes and learning approaches, and help maintain a calm, inclusive environment.

Role includes assisting with personal and sensory needs, supporting behaviour regulation, and working closely with teachers. Training and DBS may be required, with a weekly pay model for temporary/full‑time positions across local schools.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN is advantageous.
• Confidence is essential and adaptability is key in a SEN environment.
• Calm, patient and resilient demeanor required.
• Strong communication and safeguarding commitment expected.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support tailored to individual needs.
• Move confidently between classes, age groups and learning styles.
• Support behaviour regulation using positive, calm strategies.
• Assist with personal, mobility and sensory needs where required.
• Encourage confidence, independence and emotional wellbeing.
• Collaborate with teachers and support staff to maintain a safe, inclusive environment.

Skills

SEN support

1:1 support

Calm & patient

Strong communication

Flexible attitude

Job description

Flexible working SEN Teaching Assistant (student) New

£92.63 - 92.63 per day + Additional Benefits

Location: Newport

Job Type: Temporary | Full Time

Post Date: 15/10/2026

Suitable to NQT: No

Location: Newport, South Wales NP44
Pay: £90+ per day (Paid weekly)
Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm
Contract: Full Academic Year

Flexible working SEN Teaching Assistant (student)

What Your Day Could Look Like

• Providing 1:1 and small‑group support, tailored to individual needs
• Confidently moving between classes, age groups, and learning styles
• Supporting behaviour regulation using positive and calm strategies
• Assisting with personal needs, mobility, and sensory needs where required
• Encouraging confidence, independence, and emotional wellbeing
• Working collaboratively with teachers and support staff to create a safe, inclusive environment

Who We’re Looking For

• Confidence and previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN (experience is a bonus, confidence is essential!)
• May have experience in support and care work
• Calm, patient, and resilient individuals who can adapt to change
• Someone who thrives in an ever‑changing SEN environment
• Strong communication skills and a clear commitment to safeguarding

Requirements (or willingness to obtain)

To work in this role, you must be 18+ and either already have or be happy to apply for:

• Education Workforce Council (EWC) registration
• Enhanced Child & Adult DBS on the Update Service
• Level 2 Safeguarding training
• Two professional references covering a 24‑month period

Don’t worry, Teaching Personnel will guide and support you through the process.

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive daily pay
• Your own dedicated recruitment consultant
• Access to free training and discounted CPD courses
• Opportunities for both temporary and permanent roles across local schools

Ready to Start Your SEN Journey?

If you’re adaptable, compassionate, and ready to make a genuine impact, this role gives you the chance to shine every single day.

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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