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Vetro Recruitment
Sen Teaching Assistant
Merthyr Tydfil
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- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 13 days ago
- Salary
- £92.59 - 97 - Day
- Recruiter
- Vetro Recruitment
- Closes
- 08 Nov 2026
- Course
- No
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
Description
SEN Teaching Assistant
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a leading specialist education provider in the South Wales. This role is ideal for professionals with a passion for supporting children with a range of special educational needs, including autism spectrum disorder (ASD), pathway-specific diagnoses such as PDA, profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD), global developmental delay, and challenging behaviour. The SEN Teaching Assistant in this position will play a vital role in fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment, supporting children with diverse needs.
Key Responsibilities:
* Support and supervise learners with ASD, PDA, PMLD, Global Delay Disorder, or challenging behaviour
* Assist learners at the start and end of the school day
* Help teachers prepare classrooms for lessons and activities
* Work with learners in small groups or on a 1:1 basis to meet individual needs
* Support the delivery of lessons alongside class teachers
* Support learners during break times and lunchtimes
* Engage learners with classroom and outdoor activities
* Follow the organisation’s behaviour management policies and procedures
Requirements:
* Minimum of 3 months experience working with children in schools, nurseries, or childcare environments; prior SEN experience is highly beneficial
* Registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC) or willingness to support registration
* Current Enhanced DBS check on the update service or willingness to obtain one
* Right to work in the UK
This SEN Teaching Assistant role in the South East of England is suitable for individuals who are committed to making a positive difference in the lives of children with complex needs. The successful candidate will have a proactive approach, excellent communication skills, and a genuine passion for supporting learners with SEN.
Additional information:
This role provides an excellent opportunity to develop your career within specialist education and SEN support. Experience working with diverse SEN needs such as ASD, PMLD, PDA, and challenging behaviour will enhance your application. Strong organisational skills and the ability to work as part of a team are essential for success in this position. xjnqpsq
Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone
Ad ID: 5418973232
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