Teaching Assistant

Your new School
Hays are recruiting for a job as a Full-Time SEN Teaching Assistant in Cardiff for a Special Educational Needs School which caters for pupils aged 3 - 11, the majority of which possess ASD or a related additional learning need. The school takes great care in creating a supportive and inclusive environment from the top down, with clear communication between the teaching staff and leadership team. The school are eager to expand their staff team with the introduction of passionate, hardworking, caring, and personable individuals. This is a wonderful opportunity to work within a well-respected school which looks to recruit permanently from within through the use of their agency staff. The role itself shall include working with small groups in classes of 4-8 alongside 3 other members of staff, as well as ad-hoc 1:1 responsibilities. Some students are non-verbal or possess severe learning difficulties, as well as related behaviour challenges, which means patience and respect are key to this role.
Your new role.The role is confirmed long-term for an immediate start, working 5 days a week. Additionally, there are similar positions within this school, as well as a sister school, with part-time working hours and September start dates. Duties relating to this role include but are not limited to:

• Working with small groups of students aged 3-11 with additional learning needs.
• Demonstrating high levels of patience and empathy when dealing with potentially challenging behaviour.
• Creating a safe and enjoyable learning environment for children.
• Ensuring that the students are supported, cared for, and engaged throughout the school day.
• Assisting teachers as they implement their lesson plans.
• Working closely as part of a team with other members of the teaching staff.

What you'll need to succeedTo be considered for this role, it is required that you possess at least 40 days of relevant experience over the course of the last 2 - 3 years. Some of the key attributes and skills needed for this role include enthusiasm, calmness, dedication, patience, and the ability to solve problems effectively when working under pressure.

What you'll get in returnThis is an opportunity to work with a fantastic and ambitious SEN school in Cardiff which prides itself on providing a safe and supportive learning space for its pupils, giving them the best possible opportunity to succeed.
The school has a wonderful teaching staff who are eager to support new members of staff and students alike.
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