Rhondda Cynon Taff, Rhondda Cynon Taff, United Kingdom
£88.92 - Per Day
Temporary
Job Title: Teaching Assistant - Special Educational Needs (SEN) Support in Pontypridd
Location: Pontypridd, Wales
Salary: £88.92 per day (no payroll charges)
Job Description:
Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of children with additional learning needs? A leading specialist provider is offering an exciting opportunity for a Teaching Assistant in Pontypridd. This role is ideal for individuals eager to support learners with SEN, including those with Autism, across various schools in the area. Whether you're seeking full-time or part-time work, this position provides a rewarding chance to contribute to the development of children with special educational needs in a supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support and supervise classroom activities for pupils with SEN
- Assist learners in staying on task and understanding lessons
- Work collaboratively with teaching staff to deliver tailored support
- Provide 1:1 or small group assistance to learners with additional needs
- Support pupils during break times and lunch periods
- Engage learners in both classroom and extracurricular activities
- Follow school behaviour management policies to maintain a positive learning environment
Requirements:
- Experience working or volunteering with children with SEN is preferred
- Proactive work ethic and a patient, understanding attitude
- Good understanding of special educational needs, including Autism
- Ability to provide flexible support to meet individual pupil needs
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Commitment to supporting inclusive education
This Teaching Assistant role in Pontypridd offers an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience supporting children with SEN. The working hours are from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm, Monday to Friday, with a 30-minute lunch break. The position may be long-term for the right candidate, providing stability and ongoing professional development.
Benefits of working as a Teaching Assistant:
- Competitive weekly pay with no payroll charges
- Support from an education-led consultant
- Free training opportunities
- Entry into our Golden Ticket prize draw to win £500
- 24-hour online registration and enhanced DBS check
- Holiday pay, either weekly or saved in a holiday pot
- Contributed pension scheme
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.
