SEN Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive; Dinas Powys; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD training

Referral scheme £100

Consultant support

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting a compassionate Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) in a specialist school in the Vale of Glamorgan. This is a temporary, long-term role with potential permanency for the right candidate.

You will provide one-to-one support, assist with lesson prep, and adapt to each pupil’s unique requirements. Employment is PAYE with structured guidance from a dedicated consultant.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and motivate pupils while collaborating effectively with colleagues.
• Assist the class teacher with lesson preparation and classroom management.
• Listen attentively to pupils to understand and respond to their individual needs.
• Maintain resilience and apply tailored teaching strategies to support learning.
• Utilise your experience working with SEN pupils to provide targeted and effective support.

Job description

Teaching Assistant

Location: Vale of Glamorgan

Start Date: September 2026

Salary: £85+ per day

Are you ready to make a lasting difference in the classroom?

• Can you follow instructions while demonstrating a strong work ethic and a positive, proactive attitude?
• Do you have experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?
• Are you a Teaching Assistant seeking a rewarding new opportunity?

TeacherActive is proud to partner with a specialist school in the Vale of Glamorgan that champions an inclusive ethos, where every pupil is valued and supported. The school is dedicated to helping children achieve their full potential within a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment for both pupils and staff.

About the Role

We are looking for a compassionate and adaptable Teaching Assistant to provide support to young pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN). This is a temporary, long-term position with the possibility of permanency for the right candidate. The successful applicant will offer one-to-one support, demonstrating empathy, flexibility, and responsiveness to each pupil s unique requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspire and motivate pupils while collaborating effectively with colleagues.
• Assist the class teacher with lesson preparation and classroom management.
• Listen attentively to pupils to understand and respond to their individual needs.
• Maintain resilience and apply tailored teaching strategies to support learning.
• Utilise your experience working with SEN pupils to provide targeted and effective support.

Why Join TeacherActive?

• Benefit from a dedicated team of consultants with expert knowledge of the education sector.
• Enjoy complimentary career guidance, recruitment support, and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) training.
• Participate in the TeacherActive Referral Scheme earn a £100 gift when you refer a friend ( Terms and conditions apply).

All staff are paid through PAYE, ensuring correct Tax and National Insurance deductions, with no hidden administration fees.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.