SEN Specialist Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Merthyr Tydfil; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate SEN Specialists to make a real difference in the lives of children in Merthyr Tydfil. This role offers a chance to work closely with pupils who need extra support due to various learning challenges. You will engage with children in both mainstream and specialist settings, helping them overcome emotional and behavioral challenges. With competitive daily pay and opportunities for professional development, this position is perfect for those passionate about education and making a lasting impact. Join a supportive team and take the next step in your SEN support career!

Benefits

Free CPD and training opportunities

Supportive consultant

Opportunities for long-term and short-term roles

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEN/ALN, including autism, ADHD or SEMH.
• Confident with behaviour management and de-escalation techniques.

Responsibilities

• Support children with additional needs in the classroom.
• Assist with personal care and sensory needs where necessary.
• Create a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment.

Skills

SEN Support

Behaviour Management

Empathy

Teamwork

Education

DBS Check

Relevant Training

Job description

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Client:

Teaching Personnel

Location:

Merthyr Tydfil, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Education

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Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Job Description:

SEN Specialist Teaching Assistant – Make a Real Difference in Merthyr!

Location: Schools across Merthyr Tydfil
Pay: £89.38 per day (£13.75 per hour)
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm
Contract: Ongoing, with flexible start dates

Are you a compassionate and experienced Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting pupils with additional learning needs? We’re looking for SEN Specialists to join our team and provide vital support in both mainstream and specialist settings across Merthyr.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work one-to-one or in small groups with pupils who require extra support due to autism, ADHD, SEMH needs or other complex challenges.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Supporting children with a range of additional needs in the classroom

Working 1:1 or in small groups to support engagement and learning

Helping manage emotional and behavioural challenges in a calm and effective way

Assisting with personal care and sensory needs where necessary

Creating a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment

What We’re Looking For:

Experience supporting children with SEN/ALN, including autism, ADHD or SEMH

Confident with behaviour management and de-escalation techniques

Patient, empathetic and resilient

DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply)

A positive attitude and strong team-working skills

Why Join Us? Competitive daily pay – £89.38 per day
Supportive consultant who understands your goals
Opportunities for long-term and short-term roles
Free CPD and training opportunities
Make a lasting impact in a child’s life

Apply today and take the next step in your SEN support career in Merthyr! We’d love to hear from you.

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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