Send Teaching Assistants

Education Staffing; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rate

SEND Toolkit access

Wellbeing programme and refresher培训

Job summary

Connex Education Partnership is recruiting dedicated SEND Teaching Assistants for a SEND school in Cardiff to support learners with ALN, SEMH, ADHD and related needs.

Ideal candidates may come from mainstream education or care backgrounds; direct SEND experience is beneficial. Roles start immediately, with long-term and day-to-day opportunities available.

Qualifications

• Aged 19 and over.
• C or above in Maths and English GCSE or equivalent.
• Care / Support Worker Background.
• DBS for Child and Adult on the Update Service or willing to obtain one.
• EWC registered.

Education

C or above in Maths and English GCSE or equivalent

EWC registered

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistants Education Staffing Cardiff, Cardiff, Wales

SEND Teaching Assistants

Cardiff

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About the role

Connex Education is partnering with a SEND school in Cardiff to recruit dedicated and experienced SEND Teaching Assistants. While direct experience in special educational needs is not essential, a strong understanding of learners with Additional Learning Needs (ALN) and/or Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges is highly advantageous. This position is ideal for individuals with a background in mainstream education or those who have experience in care or support roles. This role is to start immediately if you have the correct documentation. Longterm roles and day to day positions available.

About the school

The schools we work with are committed to empowering ambitious learners and fostering a love for lifelong learning. With a nurturing ethos that prioritizes both confidence and wellbeing, our schools support pupils with a wide range of needs, including ADHD, ASD, PMLD, and SEMH. While the role can present challenges, it offers outstanding job satisfaction and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day.

As a Teaching Assistant in a SEND school

We’re seeking adaptable individuals who are confident working across all Key Stages. You should be enthusiastic about supporting a wide range of curriculum activities and encouraging pupils to engage in enriching, hands‑on experiences. The ideal candidate will provide consistent support while also challenging learners appropriately to foster meaningful progress and personal development.

Benefits of working with Connex Education

• Competitive daily rate
• Free access to our SEND Toolkit skills development package, comprising over 24 courses.
• Wellbeing programme and refresher training for life in a 21st century classroom.

Person specification

• Aged 19 and over
• C or above in Maths and English GCSE or equivalent
• Care / Support Worker Background
• DBS for Child and Adult on the Update Service or willing to obtain one
• EWC registered

Protected characteristics statement

All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including a DBS check. All appointments will be made subject to 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.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.