At a Glance
- Tasks: Support secondary-aged learners with 1:1 tailored assistance in home and school settings.
- Company: Join a compassionate team dedicated to making a difference in young lives.
- Benefits: Receive full training in ABA, flexible hours, and the chance to grow your skills.
- Other info: Fun, patient, and dedicated individuals will thrive in this role.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while developing specialist skills in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in education preferred; passion for helping young people is essential.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 35000 £ per year.
We are seeking a motivated and compassionate ABA Tutor or ALN Teaching Assistant to join a home and mainstream school programme for a secondary-aged learner. The programme is overseen by a qualified BCBA consultant who will provide full, ongoing training — making this an excellent opportunity for candidates eager to develop specialist skills in Applied Behaviour Analysis. You will work across both a home setting and a mainstream school, delivering structured 1:1 support and helping the learner thrive socially and academically.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain a positive, motivating relationship with the learner
- Implement strategies and targets set by the BCBA in classroom and home settings
- Deliver academic targets in 1:1 sessions based on the BCBA programme
- Plan and deliver engaging activities to develop social communication and peer interaction
- Collaborate with the ABA team and family, sharing regular feedback on sessions
- Collect and record data on a daily basis as evidence of progress
- Prepare, file, and maintain data recording sheets
- Work closely with the classroom teacher and SENCO on a daily basis
Desirable Skills & Experience
- Knowledge of play skills and social communication development with secondary-aged pupils
- Understanding of working with young people with additional learning needs (ALN)
- Previous experience as an ABA Tutor (not essential — full training is provided)
- Experience with Speech and Language Therapy (SALT) approaches is an advantage
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- At least 1 year of experience in a school or educational setting preferred
Personal Qualities
We are looking for someone who is fun, patient, flexible, open-minded, dedicated, and professional. You should be committed to making a genuine difference in a young person’s life.
Job Type: Part-time
Schedule: Day shift
Requirements
- Right to work in the United Kingdom
- Valid DBS check (or willingness to obtain one)
- Ability to reliably commute to Cardiff or plans to relocate before starting
Experience: Teaching: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
SEN Teaching Assistant / ABA Tutor | Cardiff in Newport employer: Freelance
Join a supportive and dynamic team dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of secondary-aged learners in Cardiff. With ongoing training from a qualified BCBA consultant, you will have the opportunity to develop specialist skills in Applied Behaviour Analysis while working in both home and mainstream school settings. Our inclusive work culture fosters collaboration and personal growth, ensuring that you thrive as you help students achieve their academic and social goals.
