At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students with additional learning needs and help them thrive in a nurturing environment.
- Company: Welcoming secondary school in Cardiff focused on inclusivity and support.
- Benefits: Weekly pay, ongoing training, and a supportive team atmosphere.
- Other info: Join a collaborative team dedicated to trauma-informed education.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Experience with children or young people with ALN/SEN preferred.
Do you have experience supporting children or young people with Additional Learning Needs (ALN)? We are looking for a Full-Time Teaching Assistant to support Key Stage 3 & 4 pupils with additional learning needs at a welcoming, inclusive secondary school in Cardiff CF5. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with genuine experience of working with children - whether in education, care, coaching, or youth work - who wants to make a lasting difference to one young person's school life.
Key details:
- Start date: 2nd September 2026
- Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-3:15pm
- Pay: £93 per day (PAYE), paid weekly - no umbrella company deductions
We're especially keen to hear from candidates with:
- Experience supporting children or young people with ALN/SEN, autism, ADHD, social/emotional/behavioural needs, or similar
- A background in SEN schools, mainstream ALN provision, youth work, care, mentoring, coaching, or tutoring
- Confidence building trust and rapport with a pupil who may need extra patience, consistency, and encouragement
Role Responsibilities:
- Provide small-group support to pupils with ALN and trauma-related needs, in line with individual support plans
- Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils to promote engagement, emotional wellbeing, and personal development
- Liaise closely with teaching staff, the SENCo, and pastoral team to deliver and adapt personalised learning programmes
- Reinforce positive behaviour and recognise individual achievements, however small, in line with the school's behaviour and rewards policy
- Monitor and record pupil progress, feeding back to relevant staff to inform ongoing support strategies
About the school:
The school operates within a framework that recognises the impact of trauma, attachment difficulties, and additional learning needs on pupils' ability to access education. Staff are supported through a whole-school, trauma-informed approach, with structured guidance, regular supervision, and a strong emphasis on consistency and predictability for pupils. The setting places significant value on staff collaboration, with support assistants working as part of a wider multi-disciplinary team including teaching staff, pastoral leads, and external professionals where required. Ongoing training in trauma-informed practice, de-escalation, and behaviour management is provided to ensure staff are equipped to meet the needs of the pupils they support.
Full Time Teaching Assistant - SEN Support in Cardiff employer: Teaching Personnel
Join a supportive and nurturing educational environment as a Part Time Teacher in the BB4 area, where you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of Upper Key Stage 2 pupils. With competitive pay, small class sizes, and dedicated consultant support, this role offers an excellent opportunity for professional growth and the chance to inspire young minds in a welcoming community. Embrace the rewarding experience of teaching while enjoying the flexibility of a part-time schedule.
