Sen Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive Ltd; Ebbw Vale; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

TeacherActive Ltd in Ebbw Vale is seeking an ASD Teaching Assistant to support children and young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder and behavioural needs. This full-time, long-term supply role involves helping pupils develop communication, confidence and independence through sensory and outdoor learning.

You will work in a specialist ALN setting with a caring, patient approach, delivering structured activities and adapting tasks to a wide age range.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and behavioural needs
• Understanding of positive behaviour management strategies and sensory learning
• Ability to adapt activities to individual learning and developmental needs across a wide age range
• Willingness to engage in outdoor learning and sensory-based activities

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with autism and behavioural needs through structured classroom activities and guidance.
• Deliver sensory-based activities and outdoor learning experiences to promote development and engagement.

Skills

ASD support

Behaviour management

Outdoor learning

Early development

ALN experience

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification

ALN training

Job description

Do you have experience supporting children and young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and behavioural needs?

Are you passionate about helping pupils develop their communication, confidence and independence through sensory and outdoor learning?

Are you a patient, resilient and enthusiastic ASD Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role within a specialist ALN school?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a specialist ALN school based in Ebbw Vale, supporting children and young people aged 3 to 19 with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and additional learning needs. The school focuses on creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment, using sensory activities, early learning development and outdoor learning opportunities to encourage engagement, confidence and independence.

The school is looking to appoint a dedicated ASD Teaching Assistant on a full-time, long-term supply basis, starting immediately. The successful ASD Teaching Assistant will support pupils with autism and behavioural needs, helping to manage challenging behaviours positively, deliver sensory-based activities and encourage early learning development through structured classroom support and outdoor learning experiences.

Requirements

• A relevant Teaching Assistant qualification or training in Additional Learning Needs / ALN (desirable)
• Experience supporting children and young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder / ASD and behavioural needs
• Experience working within a specialist ALN setting or supporting pupils with additional learning needs
• An understanding of positive behaviour management strategies, sensory learning and early childhood development
• The ability to support pupils across a wide age range, adapting activities to individual learning and developmental needs
• A patient, resilient and caring approach with strong communication skills and a willingness to engage in outdoor learning

Benefits / What you’ll receive

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• 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

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

Job Details

Company: TeacherActive Ltd

Salary: £92 to £95 a day

Hours: Full-time

Location: NP20

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Temporary

Posting date: 16 Oct 2026

Closing date: 15 Nov 2026

Summary

Job Title: ASD Teaching Assistant

Location: Ebbw Vale

Start Date: Immediate Start

Salary: £92 - £95 per day

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.

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