SRB Teaching Assistant

Academics; Barry; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flexible supply

Job summary

Academics is recruiting experienced ALN Teaching Assistants to work within Specialist Resource Base classrooms across Barry and the Vale of Glamorgan. You will provide tailored 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with Additional Learning Needs.

Join a dedicated team in a specialist environment, helping pupils access education, develop independence and reach their full potential. Enhanced DBS and EWC registration are required, with opportunities for flexible, ongoing placements.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting pupils with ALN is essential.
• Experience in SRB or similar setting is desirable.
• Patient, caring and adaptable approach.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Genuine passion for supporting children's development and education.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with ALN within an SRB classroom.
• Providing tailored 1:1 and small-group support.
• Assisting pupils with learning, communication and social development.
• Supporting emotional regulation, positive behaviour and individual learning targets.
• Adapting activities and resources to meet pupils' individual needs.
• Working closely with class teachers and other support staff to provide consistent, effective support.
• Helping create a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment.

Skills

ALN experience

1:1 support

Team collaboration

Patience & adaptability

Job description

SRB Teaching Assistant - Primary Schools | Barry

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting pupils with Additional Learning Needs (ALN)?

Academics is currently recruiting experienced ALN Teaching Assistants to work within Specialist Resource Base (SRB) classrooms across mainstream primary schools in Barry and the rest of the Vale of Glamorgan.

We work closely with several local schools who have a growing demand for skilled and dedicated TAs to support pupils within their SRB settings. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a specialist environment, helping pupils access education, develop their independence and reach their full potential.

The Role

• Supporting pupils with a range of Additional Learning Needs within an SRB classroom.
• Providing tailored 1:1 and small-group support.
• Assisting pupils with their learning, communication and social development.
• Supporting emotional regulation, positive behaviour and individual learning targets.
• Adapting activities and resources to meet pupils' individual needs.
• Working closely with class teachers and other support staff to provide consistent, effective support.
• Helping create a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment.

We're Looking For

• Previous experience supporting pupils with ALN is essential.
• Experience working within an SRB, specialist provision or similar setting is highly desirable.
• A patient, caring and adaptable approach.
• Confidence supporting pupils with a range of additional and complex needs.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A genuine passion for supporting children's development and education.

Why Work with Academics?

• Opportunities across several mainstream primary schools in Barry.
• The chance to gain experience in a variety of SRB settings.
• Potential for flexible supply and longer-term placements.
• Weekly pay.

Requirements

• Enhanced DBS certificate required.
• Registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC) required.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy