Unqualified Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant required in Cardiff with an immediate & September start

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children & young people with special educational needs? We have an exciting opportunity for a Teaching Assistant to join a dedicated team within a special resource base at a Secondary school in Cardiff. The base fosters an inclusive, supportive, and engaging environment for pupils with Additional Learning Needs, assisting with daily tasks and life skills.

Teaching Assistant Responsibilities:

1. Assist the classroom teacher in delivering engaging and interactive lessons tailored to meet the diverse needs of students.
2. Provide one-on-one support to students requiring additional assistance with their learning.
3. Implement individual education plans (IEPs).
4. Foster a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment where all students feel valued and supported.
5. Collaborate with teachers and professionals, assisting with personal care tasks and supporting learners in developing social and emotional skills.

Teaching Assistant Requirements:

1. A passion for supporting children with SEN.
2. Experience supporting needs such as Autism & ADHD.
3. Experience managing challenging behaviour and de-escalating situations is desirable.
4. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
5. Enhanced DBS Certificate on the update service (or willingness to process one through ZEN).
6. Fluent in English.
7. Valid Right to Work in the UK.
8. A positive and proactive attitude towards supporting children with SEN.

Teaching Assistant Benefits:

1. Competitive daily rate of £90 (PAYE) and £104 (umbrella).
2. Be part of a welcoming and supportive school community with a strong team ethos.
3. Access to ongoing training to enhance your skills and career development.
4. Use of our app to view available opportunities in your area, whether walking or driving distance.

If this role interests you, please apply with your CV. Successful candidates will be contacted within 24 hours.

Who is Zen Educate?

We are a certified social enterprise working with over 600 schools across the UK. We believe in paying higher day rates and providing transparency to teaching staff. We aim to give supply teachers the recognition they deserve.

No timesheets, no agency phone calls, and a seamless transition if schools wish to hire you directly. We offer a variety of day-to-day and long-term positions available immediately.

Apply from the comfort of your home: upload safeguarding documents and complete a video interview without leaving your house.

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