SEN Teaching Assistant -Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities

Immediate Start Available

Salary: £475 – £550 per week

Working Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm

• Full-time and part-time SEN Teaching Assistant vacancies available in Cwmbran and surrounding areas
• Immediate starts available within specialist ALN and SEN provisions
• Excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience within education settings
• Join one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies
• Flexible working options to fit around your availability and lifestyle

Looking for SEN Teaching Assistant Jobs in Cwmbran?

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Additional Learning Needs (ALN)?

Vision for Education is seeking dedicated, compassionate, and proactive SEN Teaching Assistants to work within an ALN resource base attached to a mainstream primary school in Cwmbran.

This rewarding role offers the opportunity to support pupils who require additional assistance to access learning, whilst gaining valuable experience within an educational environment. Whether you are looking to develop your career in education or already have experience supporting children with additional needs, we would love to hear from you.

The Role of an SEN Teaching Assistant in Cwmbran

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support primary-aged pupils within a specialist ALN provision based within a mainstream school. You will help learners overcome barriers to education, develop social and communication skills, and build confidence both inside and outside the classroom.

Working closely with teachers and support staff, you will play a key role in creating a positive, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment where every pupil can thrive.

What We Offer

• Competitive weekly pay of £475 to £550 per week
• Flexible full-time and part-time SEN Teaching Assistant roles
• Opportunities across supportive mainstream schools and ALN provisions
• Dedicated support from an experienced education consultant
• Access to specialist SEN and ALN training programmes
• Long-term, short-term, and flexible placements available
• Excellent pathways into teaching, pastoral support, and wider education careers
• Valuable experience working with children with additional learning needs

SEN Teaching Assistant Responsibilities

You may support pupils with a variety of additional learning needs and special educational needs, including:

• MLD – Moderate Learning Difficulties
• SLD – Severe Learning Difficulties
• ASC – Autism Spectrum Condition
• SEMH – Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs

As part of the role, you will:

• Provide one-to-one support and small group interventions
• Assist with classroom learning activities and daily routines
• Adapt resources to meet individual pupil requirements
• Support pupils with communication, emotional regulation, and behaviour
• Encourage independence, confidence, and participation in learning
• Build strong relationships with pupils, families, and school staff
• Work collaboratively within both specialist and mainstream learning environments

What We're Looking For

We welcome applications from candidates with backgrounds in:

• Education and classroom support
• Care and support services
• Youth and community work
• Nursery and early years settings
• Residential childcare
• Sports coaching and mentoring

Successful candidates will typically demonstrate:

• A calm, patient, and positive approach
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to support and manage behaviour effectively
• Experience working with children or young people
• CACHE Level 2 or Level 3 qualifications (desirable but not essential)

Why Work with Vision for Education?

• Opportunities to work in welcoming and inclusive schools across Cwmbran
• Flexible Teaching Assistant positions to suit your circumstances
• Ongoing professional development and accredited training
• Supportive consultant guidance throughout your placement
• Opportunities to develop a long-term career within education and ALN support
• The chance to make a meaningful difference to children's educational journeys

If you are searching for SEN Teaching Assistant jobs in Cwmbran, ALN Teaching Assistant vacancies, school support roles in Torfaen, education jobs in South Wales, or primary school support positions near Cwmbran, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Apply today or contact our team to find out more about current opportunities.

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