Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Cardiff, South Glamorgan
Reed
Teaching Assistant

• Salary: £12.82 per hour
• Location: Cardiff
• Job Type: Term-time only / Monday to Friday (32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks a year)

Join a nurturing and caring school environment as a Teaching Assistant, where strong relationships and a safe learning atmosphere are paramount. The School cater for pupils with Autism and associated needs between the ages of 11 -16 years old. The trust is on an exciting journey of expansion and development, and we are looking for skilled individuals to contribute to their vision. If you are passionate about supporting pupils with autism and eager to be part of a state-of-the-art educational setting, we welcome your application.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Support the educational and social development of pupils aged 11-19 with autism.
• Work closely with teachers to prepare and deliver learning activities.
• Monitor and evaluate students’ progress and provide feedback.
• Assist in creating a supportive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Contribute to the school’s culture and ethos, ensuring a high standard of teaching and learning.
• Engage in continuous professional development to enhance skills and knowledge.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience as a Teaching Assistant or in a similar educational support role.
• Registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC) as per the Education (Wales) Act 2014.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.
• Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check clearance.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.
• Fluency in Welsh is advantageous but not essential.

Benefits:

• £12.82 per hour, online timesheets and weekly pay!
• Term-time only working hours, allowing for work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional development in a supportive school environment.
• Being part of a school that values diversity and inclusivity.

To apply for the Teaching Assistant position, please click ‘APPLY NOW’ with an up-to-date Cv and a member of the team will be in touch should your application be successful.