Trainee SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Penarth, South Wales
Pay Rate: £89.38 per day
Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm
Contract: Full Academic Year

⭐About the Role

Teaching Personnel is currently seeking a resilient, empathetic, and committed Trainee SEN (Special Education Needs) Teaching Assistant to provide dedicated 1:1 support for young people aged 3-19 with a range of disabilities and Additional Learning Needs (ALN).

This is a hands-on role that requires flexibility, as each day can bring new challenges and changes. You’ll be working across various key stages, supporting pupils who may struggle to engage in a typical classroom environment. Your role will be to help them feel safe, understood, and capable of progress.

We’re looking for someone with a calm and patient approach, who can build positive relationships and apply effective de-escalation techniques when needed. The ability to remain composed under pressure is essential in helping pupils feel supported and ready to learn.

Who We’re Looking for?

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN and challenging behaviours

• Resilient, patient and understanding attitude
• Support pupils with mobility and sensory needs where required.

• Deliver consistent 1:1 and small group support during lessons and daily activities tailored to individual pupil need
• The ability to implement strategies to manage and de-escalate behaviour effectively
• A commitment to encouraging the pupil’s engagement, confidence, and emotional development

• Dedication to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment

Requirements

Teaching Personnel can provide guidance to help you obtain:

• Registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC)
• An Enhanced Child & Adult DBS on the Update Service
• Level 2 Safeguarding training
• At least two professional references covering the past two years

Why Choose Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive daily pay
• Dedicated recruitment consultant support
• A wide range of free online courses and discounted CPD opportunities
• Access to both temporary and permanent roles across local partnership schools

Ready to Begin Your Career in SEN Education?
If you're ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities, and want to start a rewarding, hands-on role in education — we’d love to hear from you!

Submit your CV today and take the next step in your teaching journey.

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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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