Teaching Assistant - Immediate Start

£475 – £550 per week

Full-time and part-time Teaching Assistant positions available in Newport and surrounding areas
Immediate start available
Excellent opportunity to gain experience within SEN education and support children with additional learning needs
Flexible work opportunities across specialist schools in Newport

Are you looking for Teaching Assistant jobs in Newport? Do you have a passion for supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and helping pupils achieve their full potential?

We are currently recruiting enthusiastic, caring, and adaptable SEN Teaching Assistants to work across a range of specialist schools in Newport and nearby areas. This is a rewarding opportunity for individuals looking to build a long-term career in education, childcare, youth work, or support work.

As an SEN Teaching Assistant in Newport, you will support pupils with additional learning needs within specialist classroom environments, helping them build confidence, improve engagement, and achieve personal and academic goals.

What We Offer

• Competitive weekly pay – £475 to £550 per week
• Full-time and part-time Teaching Assistant roles in Newport
• Flexible work to suit your availability
• Opportunities within SEN schools and specialist education settings
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant
• Access to training and professional development opportunities
• Long-term and short-term placements available
• Excellent opportunity to gain classroom experience in Newport schools

The SEN Teaching Assistant Role

You may support pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs and Additional Learning Needs (ALN), including:

• Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)
• Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD)
• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
• Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)

As a Teaching Assistant in Newport, your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting pupils on a one-to-one basis and in small groups
• Assisting teachers with classroom activities and lesson delivery
• Adapting learning materials to meet individual pupil needs
• Supporting pupils with behaviour, communication, and emotional wellbeing
• Building positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents/carers
• Encouraging pupil confidence, independence, and engagement in learning
• Working collaboratively within specialist SEN and ALN school settings

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for Teaching Assistants in Newport who are:

• Passionate about supporting children and young people
• Patient, adaptable, and positive in their approach
• Confident managing behaviour professionally and calmly
• Strong communicators with excellent relationship-building skills
• Experienced in education, childcare, care work, youth work, or support roles

Relevant qualifications such as CACHE Level 2 or Level 3 are desirable but not essential.

We also welcome applicants from backgrounds including:

• Care and Support Work
• Youth Work
• Nursery and Childcare
• Residential Care
• Coaching and Mentoring

Why Apply for SEN Teaching Assistant Jobs in Newport?

• Gain valuable experience within education and SEN schools
• Ongoing training and career progression opportunities
• Flexible Teaching Assistant work in Newport
• Opportunity to make a genuine difference in children’s lives
• Supportive school environments and experienced staff teams

If you are searching for Teaching Assistant jobs in Newport, SEN Teaching Assistant roles, ALN support jobs, or school support work in Newport, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact our team for more information.

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