SEN Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive; Dinas Powys; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational staffing agency in the Vale of Glamorgan is seeking a compassionate Teaching Assistant dedicated to supporting students with Special Educational Needs (SEN). The role offers a long-term temporary position with the potential for permanence for the right candidate. Ideal applicants will have strong listening skills, previous experience, and a genuine desire to inspire students. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits are included.

Benefits

Dedicated consultant support 24/7

Guaranteed Payment Scheme

CPD Courses and certificates

Market leading rates of pay

Referral bonuses

Qualifications

• A genuine desire to inspire and motivate students and colleagues.
• Strong listening skills and the ability to understand students' individual needs.
• Prior experience as a Teaching Assistant is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support young students with SEN on a one-to-one basis.
• Assist the Teacher with classroom preparation and management.
• Demonstrate empathy and quick thinking in challenging situations.

Skills

Empathy

Adaptability

Listening skills

Instruction differentiation

Job description

Location: Vale of Glamorgan

Start Date: January 2026

Salary: £13.69 per hour

Are you an experienced and dedicated Teaching Assistant looking for your next career opportunity?

Do you have a passion for building strong relationships with students on a one-to-one basis?

Are you skilled in supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?

TeacherActive is proud to partner with a Primary School located in the Vale of Glamorgan. This school values inclusion and understanding, making it the perfect fit for this role. They believe in pushing students to reach their full potential while providing a safe and engaging learning environment for both staff and pupils.

We are seeking a compassionate and adaptable Teaching Assistant to support young students with SEN. This is a long-term temporary position with the potential for a permanent role for the right candidate. The successful Teaching Assistant will work one-on-one with students, demonstrating empathy, adaptability, and quick thinking.

The ideal candidate will have:

• A genuine desire to inspire and motivate students and colleagues
• The ability to assist the Teacher with classroom preparation and management
• Strong listening skills and the ability to understand students' individual needs
• A resilient approach and the ability to differentiate instruction
• Prior experience is essential

Benefits

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme Terms and Conditions apply
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive. Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs. Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment. TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job‑seeking services.