SRB Teaching Assistant

eTeach UK Limited; Wales; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in Wales seeks a committed teaching assistant for their Special Resource Base. You will work with children with social communication needs and support their education. Ideal candidates will possess strong interpersonal skills and a genuine commitment to development, as well as demonstrate flexibility and a sense of humour. The role is temporary, starting on 5th January 2026, offering a salary of £25,989-£28,142 pro rata.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children on the autistic spectrum.
• Good communication skills.
• Commitment to pupil education and development.
• Flexibility and sense of humour.

Responsibilities

• Work with children with social communication and interaction needs.
• Maintain good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commit to the education and development of pupils.
• Work flexibly.

Skills

Experience with children with social communication needs

Good interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Sense of humour

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a committed, dynamic, reliable and enthusiastic teaching assistant to work as part of a dedicated team in our Special Resource Base (SRB). The SRB is a local authority provision for pupils with social communication and interaction difficulties, ASD and an IDP.

Key Information

Post Title: SRB Teaching Assistant
Job Ref: ED50011817
Hours: 32.5 hours
Salary: Grade 4 SCP 6-11 (£25,989- £28,142) Pro Rata plus SEN point
Contract: Temporary
Start Date: 5th January 2026

Responsibilities

• Work with children with social communication and interaction needs/on the autistic spectrum.
• Maintain good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commit to the education and development of all pupils.
• Work flexibly and maintain a sense of humour.

Requirements & Conditions

• Experience working with children with social communication and interaction needs or on the autistic spectrum.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Genuine commitment to the education and development of all pupils in our school community.
• Flexibility and sense of humour.
• Subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced check.
• Under the Education (Wales) Act 2014, all School Learning Support Workers must be registered with the Education Workforce Council (EWC).
• Internal candidates on secondment need approval via Form SEC1 (4.C.081) from a graded OM2 or higher or Headteacher/Governing Body.

Application Process

Please download or print the application form by selecting the “Apply Now” button. Completed applications should be emailed by the closing date: Thursday 11th December 2025 at 12 noon. Shortlisting will be on Friday 12th December 2025, with interview on Monday 15th December 2025.

Equality & Diversity

As an equal opportunities employer, we value diversity. We welcome applications from underrepresented individuals, including:

• Aged under 25
• Not in employment, education or training
• From our local communities, including disabled individuals, carers, and those from Cardiff BAME and LGBT+ communities
• Individuals able to communicate fluently in Welsh

Safeguarding

Safeguarding and Child Protection are key priorities for the Council. We aim to support children and vulnerable adults to ensure their safety and protection. Our services and schools are committed to ensuring this safety and acknowledging the right of children and vulnerable adults to protection.