Trainee / Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant – Full Training Provided
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 06 Mawrth 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £90 bob dydd |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 01 Ebrill 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Cardiff, South Glamorgan |
| Cwmni: | senploy |
| Math o swydd: | Cytundeb |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 205336 |
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Based in Cardiff
£90 - £100 per day (depending on experience)
Full-Time & Part-Time | 8:30am - 3:30pm | Term-Time Only
Immediate & September Start Available
No previous SEN experience required - full training provided.
Are you looking to start a rewarding career supporting children with additional learning needs?
We are recruiting Trainee SEN Teaching Assistants to join a Special School in Cardiff. The school are passionate about developing new staff and provide excellent training and ongoing support, making this an ideal opportunity for graduates, career changers, and support workers looking to move into education.
About the Role
You will be supporting pupils with a range of additional learning needs including:
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- Profound & Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD)
- Severe and complex learning needs
- Physical disabilities and mobility needs
- Medical needs
- Sensory processing needs
- Social, emotional and behavioural needs
You will work closely with teachers, therapists and specialist staff to help pupils develop communication, independence and life skills.
Your responsibilities may include:
- Supporting pupils 1:1 and in small specialist classes
- Assisting with learning activities and engagement
- Supporting emotional regulation and behaviour
- Assisting with personal care where required (full training provided)
- Encouraging confidence, independence and social development
This is a hands-on and highly rewarding role, where your attitude, patience and empathy are more important than previous experience.
Who This Role Is Ideal For
This role is particularly suited to:
Graduates in:
- Psychology
- Education Studies
- Childhood Studies
- Health & Social Care
- Criminology
- Sociology
Or individuals with experience in:
- Support Work
- Care Work
- Youth Work
- Healthcare Assistant roles
- Residential Care
- Behaviour Support
If you are patient, proactive and passionate about helping others, this role can be the start of a long-term career in specialist education.
Perfect First Step Into Careers Such As
Many people use this role to gain experience before progressing into careers including:
- Educational Psychology
- Teaching
- Speech & Language Therapy
- Occupational Therapy
- Child Psychology
- Social Work
This role is particularly popular with Psychology graduates looking to gain hands-on experience supporting children with additional learning needs.
Why Move Into Education?
- Term-time hours (8:30am - 3:30pm)
- No night shifts or sleep-ins
- Structured and consistent routine
- Opportunity to gain valuable SEN experience
- Extensive training and development
- Long-term progression opportunities
About Educators First
Educators First partners with specialist ALN schools across Cardiff, placing passionate individuals into long-term roles where they can make a real difference.
What we offer:
- Weekly pay
- Ongoing training and development
- Dedicated consultant support
- Safeguarding guidance
- Long-term placements in supportive schools
If you are looking to start a meaningful career supporting children with additional learning needs, we would love to hear from you. Apply today!
Interviews are taking place over the next two weeks as schools are looking to appoint before the end of April.
£90 - £100 per day (depending on experience)
Full-Time & Part-Time | 8:30am - 3:30pm | Term-Time Only
Immediate & September Start Available
No previous SEN experience required - full training provided.
Are you looking to start a rewarding career supporting children with additional learning needs?
We are recruiting Trainee SEN Teaching Assistants to join a Special School in Cardiff. The school are passionate about developing new staff and provide excellent training and ongoing support, making this an ideal opportunity for graduates, career changers, and support workers looking to move into education.
About the Role
You will be supporting pupils with a range of additional learning needs including:
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- Profound & Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD)
- Severe and complex learning needs
- Physical disabilities and mobility needs
- Medical needs
- Sensory processing needs
- Social, emotional and behavioural needs
You will work closely with teachers, therapists and specialist staff to help pupils develop communication, independence and life skills.
Your responsibilities may include:
- Supporting pupils 1:1 and in small specialist classes
- Assisting with learning activities and engagement
- Supporting emotional regulation and behaviour
- Assisting with personal care where required (full training provided)
- Encouraging confidence, independence and social development
This is a hands-on and highly rewarding role, where your attitude, patience and empathy are more important than previous experience.
Who This Role Is Ideal For
This role is particularly suited to:
Graduates in:
- Psychology
- Education Studies
- Childhood Studies
- Health & Social Care
- Criminology
- Sociology
Or individuals with experience in:
- Support Work
- Care Work
- Youth Work
- Healthcare Assistant roles
- Residential Care
- Behaviour Support
If you are patient, proactive and passionate about helping others, this role can be the start of a long-term career in specialist education.
Perfect First Step Into Careers Such As
Many people use this role to gain experience before progressing into careers including:
- Educational Psychology
- Teaching
- Speech & Language Therapy
- Occupational Therapy
- Child Psychology
- Social Work
This role is particularly popular with Psychology graduates looking to gain hands-on experience supporting children with additional learning needs.
Why Move Into Education?
- Term-time hours (8:30am - 3:30pm)
- No night shifts or sleep-ins
- Structured and consistent routine
- Opportunity to gain valuable SEN experience
- Extensive training and development
- Long-term progression opportunities
About Educators First
Educators First partners with specialist ALN schools across Cardiff, placing passionate individuals into long-term roles where they can make a real difference.
What we offer:
- Weekly pay
- Ongoing training and development
- Dedicated consultant support
- Safeguarding guidance
- Long-term placements in supportive schools
If you are looking to start a meaningful career supporting children with additional learning needs, we would love to hear from you. Apply today!
Interviews are taking place over the next two weeks as schools are looking to appoint before the end of April.