Sen Teaching Assistant

Salary: £474.10 – £549.80per week

Working Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm

• Full-time and part-time SEN Teaching Assistant opportunities available across Newport and surrounding areas
• Immediate starts and September 2026 positions available within specialist autism provisions, ALN resource bases, SEN schools, and mainstream primary settings
• Fantastic opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience supporting children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and additional learning needs
• Join one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies and a trusted partner to schools across South Wales
• Flexible working options to suit your availability and career goals
• Ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities available

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN), Additional Learning Needs (ALN), and Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)?

Vision for Education is seeking dedicated, caring, and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistants to support pupils within a specialist autism provision and a range of ALN settings across Newport and the surrounding areas.

Whether you are an experienced Teaching Assistant, a graduate looking to start a career in education, or someone with transferable skills from care, youth work, support services, residential childcare, or health and social care, this is an excellent opportunity to develop specialist SEN experience while making a genuine impact on pupils' educational journeys.

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support primary-aged pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and associated learning needs within a highly specialised educational environment.

The setting is designed around structured routines, predictable learning environments, and personalised support strategies that enable pupils to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Working alongside experienced teachers and support staff, you will help pupils develop communication skills, emotional regulation, independence, social interaction, and confidence.

Many pupils benefit from specialist communication approaches, sensory support strategies, and highly individualised learning programmes. You will play a key role in creating a calm, nurturing, and inclusive environment where pupils feel safe, supported, and able to achieve their full potential.

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates looking to develop specialist experience in autism education, SEN support, behaviour support, and therapeutic approaches to learning.

• Competitive weekly pay between £474.10 and £549.80 per week
• Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities
• Immediate and September 2026 start dates available
• Opportunities within specialist autism provisions, SEN schools, ALN resource bases, and mainstream schools
• Dedicated support from an experienced education consultant
• Access to free CPD, specialist SEN training, and professional development courses
• Long-term, short-term, and flexible placements available
• Excellent pathways into teaching, pastoral support, psychology, therapy, and wider education careers
• Valuable classroom experience supporting children with additional learning needs
• Pension scheme and employee benefits package

You may support pupils with a variety of Special Educational Needs and Additional Learning Needs, including:

• ASC – Autism Spectrum Condition
• ADHD – Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
• SEMH – Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs
• MLD – Moderate Learning Difficulties
• SLD – Severe Learning Difficulties
• Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
• Sensory Processing Needs

As part of the role, you will:

• Provide one-to-one support and small-group interventions
• Support personalised learning programmes tailored to individual pupil needs
• Assist with classroom learning activities and daily routines
• Support communication using visual aids, structured communication systems, and autism-friendly approaches
• Help pupils develop emotional regulation, social interaction, and independence skills
• Adapt resources and activities to meet individual learning needs
• Encourage pupil engagement, confidence, and participation in learning
• Support pupils during transitions and throughout daily routines
• Build positive relationships with pupils, families, and school staff
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, therapists, and wider support teams
• Contribute to creating a safe, structured, and nurturing learning environment

We welcome applications from candidates with experience in:

• Education and classroom support
• Care and support services
• Residential childcare
• Youth and community work
• Nursery and early years settings
• Sports coaching and mentoring
• Psychology, health, and social care backgrounds

Successful candidates will typically demonstrate:

• A patient, resilient, and positive approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
• The ability to build trust and positive relationships
• Confidence supporting behaviour and emotional wellbeing
• Experience working with children or young people
• Understanding of autism, communication needs, or sensory needs (desirable)
• CACHE Level 2, CACHE Level 3, or equivalent qualifications (desirable but not essential)
• A willingness to learn and develop within SEN and ALN education

• Access to a wide range of SEN Teaching Assistant jobs across Newport and South Wales
• Opportunities within welcoming, supportive, and highly specialised educational settings
• Flexible work to fit around your lifestyle and commitments
• Ongoing CPD and accredited training opportunities
• Personalised support from a dedicated education consultant
• Long-term career development within education, autism support, and additional learning needs provision
• The opportunity to make a lasting impact on children's learning, communication, confidence, and future success

If you are searching for SEN Teaching Assistant jobs in Newport, Autism Support Assistant roles, ASC Teaching Assistant vacancies, ALN Teaching Assistant jobs, Learning Support Assistant positions, Special Educational Needs jobs, or Education Support Worker opportunities in South Wales, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to secure an immediate start or register your interest for September 2026 opportunities.

Contact our team today for more information about current vacancies.

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