SEN Teaching Assistant

Special Needs Teaching Assistant - Vale of Glamorgan
Through Teaching Personnel

Teaching Personnel are looking to appoint a number of dynamic, enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistants to work within a vibrant and nurturing specialist pervision in the Vale of Glamorgan.

This is an exciting opportunity to support pupils in a specialist setting where wellbeing, independence and inclusion are at the heart of daily learning. The school has a warm and supportive environment where staff work closely together to help pupils develop socially, emotionally and academically.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will support the class teacher with day-to-day classroom activities while encouraging pupils to develop independence and confidence. You will play an important role in promoting the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils and supporting them to achieve their individual goals.

This specialist provision supports pupils aged 4-11 with a range of additional learning needs
, including:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)

• Speech, language and communication needs

• Severe learning difficulties

• Physical and medical needs

• Social and emotional needs

The school is a caring and nurturing environment where pupil wellbeing is central to everything they do. Staff work together to provide consistent care, support and guidance to help pupils succeed.

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates looking to gain experience in a specialist setting or develop a long-term career working with children with additional needs.

As a Teaching Assistant you will:

• Support the class teacher in daily classroom activities

• Work with pupils on a 1:1 and small group basis

• Support pupils with additional learning needs

• Encourage independence and confidence

• Help manage behaviour positively

• Promote inclusion and engagement

• Support social and emotional development

Applicants should:

• Have experience working with children or young people (school, care or youth work experience welcomed)