SEND Teaching Assistant

Connex - Wales; Brecon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join their SEND school in Brecon. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to support students with Additional Learning Needs (ALN) and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges. While prior experience in special needs is not mandatory, a strong understanding of these needs is essential. The ideal candidate will work across all Key Stages, engaging learners in a variety of curriculum activities. With a commitment to fostering confidence and wellbeing, this role promises a fulfilling experience in a nurturing educational environment.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

PAYE paid weekly

Free access to SEND Toolkit skills development

Funded formal qualifications

Wellbeing programme

Refresher training for modern classrooms

Qualifications

• Experience in special needs is beneficial but not required.
• Background in mainstream education or care/support work is suitable.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with various additional learning needs.
• Engage learners with enriching experiences and suitable challenges.

Skills

Understanding of ALN

Experience with SEMH challenges

Adaptability

Enthusiasm for curriculum activities

Education

Level 2 SEND qualification

Level 3 Teaching and Learning

Level 4 HLTA

Level 5 TEFL

Tools

SEND Toolkit

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant

Brecon

£425 per week

About the role

Connex Education is partnering with a SEND school in Brecon to recruit an experienced Learning Support Assistant. While prior experience in special needs is not required, a solid understanding of the needs of learners with ALN (Additional Learning Needs) and/or Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges would be beneficial. Candidates with a background in mainstream education or experience as care or support workers will be well-suited for this role.

About the school

Our partner school has a goal to empower ambitious, capable learners to embrace lifelong learning while actively participating in daily life and work in Wales and the global community. This is achieved through their nurturing ethos, which fosters confidence and promotes the wellbeing of both mind and body. The school supports pupils with a variety of additional learning needs, including ADHD, ASD, PMLD, and SEMH. While the role can present challenges, the sense of job satisfaction and reward is unmatched, offering a truly unique and fulfilling experience.

Assignment Details

As a Learning Support Assistant in a SEND school, we are seeking individuals who are adaptable and capable of working across all Key Stages. You should be enthusiastic about contributing to a variety of curriculum activities and ideas. The ideal candidate will support pupils in engaging with and enjoying enriching experiences, while also understanding the importance of offering both strong support and suitable challenges.

Benefits of working with Connex Education

• Competitive daily rate
• PAYE paid weekly
• Free access to our SEND Toolkit skills development package, comprising over 24 courses
• Funded formal qualifications, from a Level 2 SEND, Level 3 Teaching and Learning, Level 4 HLTA, and Level 5 TEFL
• Wellbeing programme and refresher training for life in a 21st century classroom

Please apply today or you can call the office on 02922 749839 if you would like to discuss more opportunities.

Protected characteristics statement

All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including a DBS check. Connex Education Partnership is committed to a policy of equal opportunities. We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status, or disability. Everyone is assessed on merit alone. Pay rate is dependent on qualification and experience.

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