SEND Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Llanelli; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a passionate Learning Support Assistant to join a SEND school in Llanelli. This rewarding role involves supporting students with additional learning needs, such as ADHD and ASD, while fostering their independence and life skills. You will contribute to a tailored curriculum that promotes exciting learning experiences and personal growth. The school values strong community connections and is dedicated to providing the best educational opportunities for its students. If you are enthusiastic about making a difference in the lives of young learners, this position offers a unique chance to do just that.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

Free access to SEND Toolkit

Funded formal qualifications

Wellbeing programme

Refresher training

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with ALN and SEMH challenges across all Key Stages.
• Engage students in enriching curriculum activities.

Skills

Understanding of ALN

Experience with SEMH challenges

Adaptability

Enthusiasm for curriculum activities

Education

Level 2 SEND qualification

Level 3 Teaching and Learning qualification

Level 4 HLTA qualification

Level 5 TEFL qualification

Tools

SEND Toolkit skills development package

Job description

Connex Education is partnering with a SEND school in Llanelli to recruit an experienced Teaching Assistant. While previous 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 would be a great fit for this role.

About the school

Our partner school thrives on delivering a bespoke and individualised curriculum that meets the needs of all learners through exciting activities and opportunities. They pride themselves on the progress that their learners make during their educational career. Links with parents, professionals, and the local and wider community are essential in assisting pupils to receive the very best educational experiences and the most relevant and appropriate opportunities to develop their independence and life skills in preparation for the world after they leave school.

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. The school supports students 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.

Benefits of working with Connex Education

• Competitive daily rate
• 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 call the office on 01267 611470 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.

Connex Education Partnership is an employment agency and employment business.