SEN Student Support

Teaching Personnel; Hengoed; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a committed SEN Student Support Assistant to provide dedicated 1:1 support for students with special educational needs. This role requires resilience and the ability to adapt to various challenges while promoting an inclusive learning environment. Qualified candidates will receive competitive pay and recruitment support. Submit your CV to start your rewarding career in SEN education.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay

Dedicated recruitment consultant support

Access to free online courses

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN and challenging behaviours.
• Ability to implement strategies to manage and de-escalate behaviour effectively.
• Registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC) required.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for young people with disabilities.
• Support pupils with personal care, mobility, and sensory needs.
• Build positive relationships and apply effective de-escalation techniques.

Skills

Resilient

Patient

Understanding

Education

Level 2 Safeguarding training

Job description

Location: Ystrad Mynach, South Wales
Pay Rate: £89.38 per day
Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm
Contract: Starting October 2025 for full academic year

About the Role

Teaching Personnel is currently seeking a resilient, empathetic, and committed SEN (Special Education Needs) Student Support Assistantto provide dedicated 1:1 support for young people with a range of disabilities and Additional Learning Needs (ALN).

This is a hands-on role that requires you to be flexible and adaptable, as each day can bring new challenges and changes. You’ll need to be willing to work with pupils across all key stages and abilities, supporting those who may struggle to engage in a typical classroom environment. Your role will be to help them feel safe, understood, and capable of progress.

We’re looking for someone with a calm and patient approach, who can build positive relationships and apply effective de-escalation techniques when needed. The ability to remain composed under pressure is essential in helping pupils feel supported and ready to learn.

Who We’re Looking for?

• Resilient, patient and understanding attitude
• Support pupils with personal care, mobility, and sensory needs where required.

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN and challenging behaviours
• Deliver consistent 1:1 and small group support during lessons and daily activities tailored to individual pupil need
• The ability to implement strategies to manage and de-escalate behaviour effectively
• A commitment to encouraging the pupil’s engagement, confidence, and emotional development

• Dedication to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment

Requirements

Teaching Personnel can provide guidance to help you obtain:

• Registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC)
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service
• Level 2 Safeguarding training
• At least two professional references covering the past two years

Why Choose Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive daily pay
• Dedicated recruitment consultant support
• A wide range of free online courses and discounted CPD opportunities
• Access to both temporary and permanent roles across local partnership schools

Ready to Begin Your Career in SEN Education?
If you're ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities, and want to start a rewarding, hands-on role in education — we’d love to hear from you!

Submit your CV today and take the next step in your teaching journey.

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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.
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