SEN Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about making a real difference in a child’s life? Looking for a rewarding role where no two days are the same? This could be exactly what you’ve been waiting for… We are working with a welcoming and supportive mainstream primary school in Cardiff (CF11) seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team after half term. The Role You’ll be supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) on a 1:1 and small group basis, helping them access learning, build confidence, and thrive both academically and socially. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a nurturing school environment with strong leadership and a collaborative team. ✨ What Makes This Role So Good? Meaningful work – genuinely change a child’s school experience Supportive staff team who value your input Great experience for those considering teaching, psychology, or SEN careers Well-resourced, inclusive mainstream setting Full-time, consistent work (Monday–Friday) Competitive daily rate We’re Looking For Someone Who: Has experience with children or SEN (school, care, youth work, or similar) Is patient, empathetic, and proactive Can build strong relationships with pupils and staff Is reliable and committed Ideal For: Aspiring teachers or educational psychologists Experienced Teaching Assistants Graduates looking to step into education Anyone with a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs 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. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website