SEN Teaching Assistant — Empower Diverse Learners

Vetro Recruitment; Trefechan; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Vetro Recruitment is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with a range of special educational needs in South Wales. The role focuses on fostering an inclusive learning environment and working with pupils with ASD, PDA, PMLD, and other complex needs.

You will assist in classrooms, support 1:1 and small-group work, help prepare activities, and reinforce positive behaviour in line with organisational policies. Strong communication and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 months experience working with children in schools, nurseries, or childcare environments.
• Registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC) or willingness to support registration.
• Current Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support and supervise learners with ASD, PDA, PMLD, Global Delay Disorder, or challenging behaviour.
• Assist learners at the start and end of the school day.
• Help teachers prepare classrooms for lessons and activities.
• Work with learners in small groups or on a 1:1 basis to meet individual needs.
• Support the delivery of lessons alongside class teachers.
• Support learners during break times and lunchtimes.
• Engage learners with classroom and outdoor activities.
• Follow the organisation's behaviour management policies and procedures.

Skills

SEN experience

Communication skills

Job description

Vetro Recruitment is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with a range of special educational needs in South Wales. The role focuses on fostering an inclusive learning environment and working with pupils with ASD, PDA, PMLD, and other complex needs.

You will assist in classrooms, support 1:1 and small-group work, help prepare activities, and reinforce positive behaviour in line with organisational policies. Strong communication and reliability are essential.