Job Description

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: NP16Contract Type: Full TimePay: £92.63 per dayStart Date: ASAP or September

Teaching Personnel are seeking a committed and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils in primary schools across the NP16 area. This is a rewarding role supporting children with a range of additional learning needs, including Autism, ADHD, SEMH and developmental delays.

If you have strong SEN experience and a passion for helping pupils thrive, this could be an excellent next step.

About the Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with ALN/SEN needs.
• Use consistent behaviour management and de-escalation strategies.
• Adapt classroom activities to meet individual learning requirements.
• Support emotional regulation and confidence-building in pupils.
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and support staff teams.
• Help create a calm, inclusive and well-structured learning environment.

This role gives you the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children who benefit from stability, patience and understanding.

Who We're Looking For

Must-Haves:

• Experience or willingness to support pupils with SEN (Autism, ADHD, SEMH, GDD, etc.).
• Strong behaviour management skills.
• A calm, resilient and nurturing approach.
• DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).

Nice-to-Haves:

• Training such as Team Teach, Autism Awareness or SEMH support.
• Experience supporting IDPs or personalised learning plans.
• Experience assisting pupils with sensory needs or communication delays.

Why This Role Is a Great Opportunity

• Make a genuine difference to pupils who need consistent support.
• Join friendly and supportive primary school environments.
• Build valuable SEN experience that can progress into specialist roles (HLTA, ALN support, behaviour mentor, SEN pathways).

What Teaching Personnel Offer

• £89.38 daily pay through PAYE.
• Free CPD training (Autism, ADHD, SEMH, Safeguarding, etc.).
• Long-term roles with potential for permanent placements.
• Ongoing guidance from your dedicated consultant.
• Access to opportunities across 40+ partner schools.

Next Steps

Apply today and your consultant will contact you within 24 hours to discuss SEN opportunities available in NP16.

If you would like more information, please contact the Newport Primary team on /

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.