Classroom SEN

Position: Classroom SEN Support
Location: Ystrad Mynach

Location:

Ystrad Mynach
 Pay Rate: £89.38 per day

Hours:

8:30am – 3:30pm

Contract:

Full Academic Year  

⭐About

The Role

Are you passionate about helping young people thrive?

Teaching Personnel is looking for a resilient and dedicated Classroom SEN Support Assistant to join a specialist school in Ystrad Mynach, supporting pupils aged 3–19 with autism, ADHD, speech & language needs, and other ALN.

This hands-on role lets you make a genuine difference. You’ll work 1:1 with pupils, helping them access learning and supporting their social, emotional, and behavioural development.

Here, flexibility and resilience aren’t just helpful… they’re essential. You may move between different classrooms, age groups, and needs throughout the week, adapting your approach to ensure every learner receives the right support at the right moment.

If you love a challenge and enjoy being part of a nurturing, forward-thinking team, then this could be the role for you!

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Key Responsibilities

Support children and young people with SEN/ALN and challenging behaviours
Deliver tailored 1:1 and small‑group support
Help pupils access the curriculum through personalised interventions
Use effective behaviour management and de‑escalation strategies
Promote engagement, confidence, and emotional development
Assist with mobility, sensory, and physical support needs

✅Candidate Requirements

Experience working with children with SEN or in care/youth support (preferred)
Must be 18+
EWC registration (or willingness to obtain — we can help!)
Enhanced Child & Adult DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain)
Level 2 Safeguarding training
At least two professional references covering 24 months

What Teaching Personnel can offer you!

Flexible working arrangements to suit your availability!
Opportunities for long-term placements and permanent positions
Dedicated recruitment consultant support all through your placements
A wide range of free online courses and discounted CPD opportunities

Start Your SEN Journey Today!

If you're resilient, adaptable, and passionate about making a real difference for children with additional learning needs, this role is your chance to shine.

Apply now by sending your CV to: (url removed)
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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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