Secondary Teaching Assistant

Prospero Teaching; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching in Cardiff is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support students’ academic progress and well-being in a busy secondary school setting. The role focuses on helping students navigate classroom routines, stay engaged, and build confidence.

The ideal candidate will have experience with ADHD/SEMH needs, strong behaviour management, and a patient, resilient approach to fostering positive outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with ADHD, SEMH needs, or other SEND requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support students in maintaining focus, engagement and participation during lessons.
• Implement strategies to support attention, organisation, time management and emotional regulation.
• Help manage transitions between lessons and school environments.
• Promote positive behaviour and support students in meeting individual targets.
• Build a strong professional relationship with the student based on trust and consistency.
• Monitor and report on the student’s progress, well-being and engagement.

Skills

ADHD support

SEMH support

Behaviour management

Teamwork

Secondary school experience

Education

Related qualifications in Education/Psychology/Youth Work/SEND

Job description

Job Title: Teaching Assistants
Area: Cardiff
Start Date: September 2026
Contract Type: Ongoing
Salary: 95 - 109 per day
Working Hours: 08:30am - 15:30pm

About the School

A well-regarded, mixed secondary school in Cardiff. The school prides itself on high expectations, strong academic achievement, and a supportive learning environment. Serving a diverse community of students aged 11-16, the school offers a broad curriculum alongside a wide range of enrichment opportunities, helping students develop academically, socially, and personally in preparation for future success.

About the Role

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting students academic progress, emotional well-being, organisation, and self-regulation, helping them navigate the demands of secondary school while building confidence and independence.
We're looking for a patient and resilient individual who can develop a positive and trusting relationship with the students while maintaining high expectations and promoting positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the students in maintaining focus, engagement, and participation during lessons
• Implement strategies to support attention, organisation, time management, and emotional regulation
• Help manage transitions between lessons and different school environments
• Promote positive behaviour and support the student in meeting individual targets
• Build a strong, professional relationship with the student based on trust, consistency, and encouragement
• Monitor and report on the student's progress, well-being, and engagement

Requirements

• Experience supporting children or young people with ADHD, SEMH needs, or other SEND requirements
• A strong understanding of ADHD and the strategies that support attention, engagement, and emotional regulation
• Strong behaviour management, communication and teamwork skills
• Experience working within a secondary school setting (desirable)
• Relevant qualifications in Education, Psychology, Youth Work, SEND, or a related field would be advantageous but are not essential
• A genuine passion for supporting young people to overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential

A commitment to supporting student well-being, promoting positive behaviour, and helping young people achieve successful outcomes is essential.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.