SEN Teaching Assistant

Company: Vision for Education – Cardiff
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Location: Hengoed
Job Description:

SEN Teaching Assistant

Salary ranging from £462.80 – £525 per week.

Opportunity to work alongside a Sunday Times top 10 UK employer.

Full-time and part-time positions available.

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with learning difficulties?

Opportunity to work alongside and support pupils with a variety of learning difficulties.

Your own personal consultant will guide you throughout your process and teaching career.

Full Time – Ystrad Mynach.

Vision for Education is actively seeking enthusiastic, adaptable, and dedicated Teaching Assistants to work alongside pupils with a variety of learning needs in an ALN school situated in Ystrad Mynach. This is a challenging yet highly rewarding role where you’ll have the opportunity to positively impact young lives and help students develop and grow in a supportive learning environment.

What We Offer

  • Excellent rate of pay – £462.80 – £525 per week
  • Full-time & part-time roles available
  • Opportunities to work alongside pupils with a variety of different needs (ALN)
  • A dedicated consultant to guide you throughout your career
  • Access to specialist training & professional development
  • Long-term and short-term placements available

The Role

You will be supporting pupils with various additional learning needs (ALN), including:

  • MLD (Moderate Learning Difficulties)
  • SLD (Severe Learning Difficulties)
  • ASC (Autism Spectrum Condition)
  • PMLD (Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulties)
  • PD (Physical Disabilities)
  • EBD (Emotional and behavioural difficulties)

As an ALN Teaching Assistant, you will:

  • Support pupils 1:1 and in small groups to aid learning and development.
  • Assist with classroom activities, ensuring lessons are engaging and accessible.
  • Adapt learning materials to meet the individual needs of pupils.
  • Build strong relationships with students, staff, and parents/carers.
  • Encourage independence and confidence in students.
  • Work collaboratively with class teachers and other teaching assistants in smaller class settings.

What We’re Looking For

  • Experience supporting children or young people in an education, care, or support setting.
  • A positive, patient, and adaptable approach to learning support.
  • Ability to manage behaviour positively and effectively.
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to build rapport quickly.
  • Relevant qualifications (e.g. CACHE Level 3) – preferred but not essential.
  • If you have experience in youth work, care, or similar support roles, we’d still love to hear from you!

Why Join Vision for Education

  • A Times Top 10 UK Employer – we value and support our staff.
  • Long‑term career development – opportunities to upskill and progress.
  • Flexible work options – full-time and part-time available.
  • The chance to truly make a difference in the lives of young learners.

If you’re ready to take on a rewarding role where you can have a real impact, click APPLY NOW or get in touch for more information!

We look forward to hearing from you.

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Posted: July 6th, 2026