Teaching Assistant

Primary School Teaching Assistant (SEN/ALN Focus)

Location: Caerphilly
Salary: Starting from £88.92 per day
Contract: Full-time, Part-time, and Ad-hoc (Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm)

Overview

Vetro Education is seeking a compassionate and experienced Primary School Teaching Assistant to join a supportive primary school in Caerphilly. This role will involve working across the Foundation Phase and Key Stage 2, supporting learners with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Additional Learning Needs (ALN) on both a one-to-one basis and in small groups.

You will play a key role in promoting an inclusive learning environment and ensuring that all pupils have the support they need to thrive academically and emotionally.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide tailored one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEN and ALN.

• Work closely with class teachers to implement individual support strategies.

• Assist in adapting classroom materials and activities to suit varying needs.

• Support pupils with emotional, behavioural, and sensory challenges.

• Help maintain an inclusive and nurturing learning environment.

• Monitor and record student progress in collaboration with teaching staff.

Candidate Requirements

• A minimum of 3 months’ experience supporting children with SEN/ALN in a school or similar setting.

• Strong understanding of SEN/ALN including autism, ADHD, dyslexia, sensory processing, and behavioural needs.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• A patient, empathetic, and adaptable approach to classroom support.

• Ability to implement learning plans and work collaboratively within a team.

• Willingness to undertake relevant training and development.

Essential Compliance

• Enhanced DBS certificate on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain).

• EWC (Education Workforce Council) registration as a Learning Support Worker.

• Eligibility to work in the UK.

What Vetro Education Offers

• Competitive daily pay rates, paid weekly with no payroll charges.

• Flexible working patterns to suit your availability.

• Ongoing support from an experienced education consultant.

• Free training opportunities focused on SEN and ALN.

• Holiday pay options (paid weekly or accrued).

• Pension contributions.

• Recognition through our Agency Worker of the Month scheme.

• Entry into our Golden Ticket draw with a chance to win £500.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about supporting children with additional needs and want to make a genuine impact in education, we would love to hear from you.

Please contact Richard Clarke at:
? richard@vrecruitment.co.uk
? 07386 570 665