SEN Teaching Assistant – Newport, South Wales

Location: Newport, South Wales
Contract: Full-time / Long-term

Pay Rate: £88.92 – £101.92 per day (depending on experience)

Are you looking for an SEN Teaching Assistant job in Newport?
Vision for Education is recruiting a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to work in a welcoming and inclusive 3–19 special needs school in the Newport area. This is an excellent opportunity for an SEN Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting children and young people with additional learning needs.

About the Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant in Newport, you will work closely with teachers and support staff to support pupils with a range of special educational needs, including autism (ASD), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and complex learning needs. Your role will be essential in helping pupils achieve their full potential in a safe, supportive, and nurturing learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with a range of SEN needs
Support the class teacher with planning, preparation, and classroom management
Promote independence, confidence, and emotional wellbeing
Implement individual education plans (IEPs) and follow safeguarding procedures
Support pupils with personal care needs where required

Requirements

Experience working with children or young people with special educational needs (preferred)
A positive, patient, and resilient attitude
Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
Relevant qualifications such as CACHE Level 2/3, SEN Teaching Assistant, or equivalent are desirable

What we offer

Competitive daily pay rates via the PAYE system
Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability)
Social and networking events
Pension contributions
Ongoing CPD and training to support your professional development
Access to a dedicated education consultant

About us

Vision for Education is a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the UK, we are an employer of choice for high-quality SEN Teaching Assistants and education support staff.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability, or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

If you are an SEN Teaching Assistant who can inspire, support, and positively impact young learners and are looking for a rewarding long-term role in Newport, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this SEN Teaching Assistant role in Newport and other education opportunities, call 029 2267 1200.