Long-Term Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is recruiting a dedicated and resilient Teaching Assistant to join a Specialist Resource Base within a Cardiff primary school. You will support pupils with additional learning needs, help them access education, and work closely with teachers to implement individual targets and EHCP goals.

This is a full-time, long-term role requiring adaptability, patience, and a proactive approach. You will contribute to a safe, nurturing classroom and collaborate with ALNCOs to raise

Qualifications

• Adaptable and able to respond quickly to changing needs.
• Calm under pressure with confidence managing challenges.
• Patient, resilient, and positive in approach.
• Able to build strong relationships with pupils and staff.
• Committed to working Monday to Friday throughout the academic year.

Responsibilities

• Providing one-to-one and small group support.
• Supporting pupils with additional learning needs and EHCP targets.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and emotional regulation.
• Assisting pupils with classroom activities and engagement.
• Working closely with teachers, ALNCOs, and external professionals.
• Helping to create a safe, structured, and nurturing learning environment.
• Supporting social development, communication skills, and independence.

Skills

Adaptable

Calm under pressure

Patient

Relationship building

Team collaboration

Committed to Mon-Fri

Job description

Long-Term Teaching Assistant
Specialist Resource Base (SRB) | Cardiff

Monday to Friday | Full Academic Year | Immediate Start Available

Are You Ready to Make a Real Difference?

Teaching Personnel is currently recruiting a dedicated and resilient Teaching Assistant to join a Specialist Resource Base within a Cardiff primary school. This is a full-time, long-term opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about supporting children with additional learning needs.

This role would suit an individual who can think on their feet, adapt quickly to changing situations, and build positive relationships with pupils who may require additional emotional, behavioural, communication, or learning support.

About the Role

Working within the school's Specialist Resource Base, you will support pupils with a range of additional learning needs, helping them access education, develop independence, and achieve their individual goals.

No two days are the same. You'll need to be proactive, patient, and confident in responding to the varying needs of the children you support.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Providing one-to-one and small group support.


• Supporting pupils with additional learning needs and EHCP targets.


• Encouraging positive behaviour and emotional regulation.


• Assisting pupils with classroom activities and engagement.


• Working closely with teachers, ALNCOs, and external professionals.


• Helping to create a safe, structured, and nurturing learning environment.


• Supporting social development, communication skills, and independence.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will be:

Adaptable and able to react quickly to changing situations.

Calm under pressure and confident managing challenges.

Patient, resilient, and positive in their approach.

Passionate about supporting children with additional needs.

Able to build strong relationships with pupils and staff.

Committed to working Monday to Friday on a long-term basis.

Experience That Would Be Beneficial

We welcome applications from candidates with experience in:

• Special Educational Needs (SEN/ALN) settings


• Teaching Assistant roles


• Care and Support Work


• Residential Childcare


• Youth Work


• Mental Health Support


• Behaviour Support


• Autism Support


• Sports Coaching


• Nursery and Childcare Settings

Transferable experience is highly valued. If you've worked with vulnerable children or young people in any capacity, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

As the UK's leading education recruitment agency, Teaching Personnel offers:

• Competitive weekly pay.


• Free accredited CPD and SEN training courses.


• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.


• Opportunities to progress into permanent school positions.


• Valuable experience within specialist education settings.


• Access to a wide range of education opportunities across Cardiff.

Requirements

To be considered, you must:

• Have the right to work in the UK.


• Be willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS Certificate.


• Register with the Education Workforce Council (EWC).


• Provide two professional references covering the last two years.


• Be available to work Monday to Friday throughout the academic year.