Teaching Assistant Job in Blackwood – Special Needs Support | Secondary School
Job Title: Teaching Assistant – Special Resource Base
Location: Blackwood, Wales
Sector: Secondary Education
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Pay: Starting from £89.75 per day
Start Date: 1st September 2025
About the Role
Are you passionate about supporting pupils with additional learning needs? Teaching Personnel is recruiting a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a newly developed secondary school in Blackwood. This role is within the school’s Special Resource Base, working closely with pupils with complex needs.
You’ll provide vital 1:1 and small group support to help pupils thrive emotionally and academically. If you are resilient, patient, and committed to creating a positive learning environment, this is the perfect role for you.
The school’s mission: “Happy and healthy pupils, prepared by old fashioned standards and challenged through innovative teaching and learning experiences to create confident, independent learners.”
Key Responsibilities
Follow safeguarding policies and procedures at all times
Provide social and emotional support to pupils with special educational needs (SEN)
Support pupils on a one-to-one and small group basis
Adapt flexibly to changing classroom situations
Build trusting relationships with pupils, teachers, and staff
Requirements
Right to work in the UK
Enhanced Child-Only DBS Certificate
Registered with the Education Workforce Council (EWC)
Two professional references covering the past 24 months
Experience working with pupils with special educational needs is desirable but not essential — personal experience or willingness to learn is welcomed
Why Work with Teaching Personnel?
Dedicated consultant support to find the right teaching assistant role for you
Access to our app to book shifts and manage your schedule easily
Flexible working hours tailored to your needs
‘Refer a Friend’ scheme to earn extra money
Opportunities for career growth in education
Apply Now
Ready to make a difference as a Special Needs Teaching Assistant in Blackwood? Click Apply below to start your journey with Teaching Personnel today!
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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.
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