SEN Support Assistant
Position: SEN Support Assistant
Contract: Full-time
Location: Cardiff
Start Date: As soon as possible
Salary: from £93 per day
About Us
Teaching Personnel are working in partnership with 3 vibrant and inclusive specialist SEN schools based in Cardiff. The 3 schools have a strong community ethos and are dedicated to ensuring every child can thrive—academically, socially, and emotionally. The schools range in ages, providing support for pupils between the ages of 3-19 so being flexible to work across age groups is essential.
Teaching Personnel are now seeking enthusiastic, compassionate, and proactive SEN Support Assistants to join our team to work across the 3 provisions. If you have a passion for supporting learners with additional learning needs and want to make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.
The Role
As an SEN Support assistant, you will play a key role in helping pupils with a range of additional needs to access learning and succeed in school. This may include supporting pupils with:
Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC)
Speech, language, and communication needs
Social, emotional, and behavioural needs
Physical or sensory needs
Cognitive and severe learning difficulties
Your responsibilities as an SEN support assistant will include:
Providing in a 1:1, or small group setting
Implementing tailored learning and support programmes
Assisting the class teacher with planning and differentiation
Supporting pupils to develop independence and confidence
Contributing to a positive and inclusive learning environment
Liaising with teachers, families, and external professionals
What We’re Looking For
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and levels of experience. You will be a great fit if you are:
Patient, empathetic, and committed to supporting pupils with diverse needs
Able to build positive relationships with children and staff
Resilient, adaptable, and able to work across different school settings
A strong communicator with a willingness to learn
Enthusiastic about inclusive education and child development
Relevant experience or qualifications in SEN, childcare, education, youth work, coaching or sport are desirable but not essential - training can be provided.
What We Offer
Supportive, friendly school communities
Training and ongoing professional development
Opportunities to develop expertise in a range of SEN areas
A role where you can make a genuine difference every day
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV to or contact us directly via our office dial, (phone number removed).
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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