Job Description
Location: Caerphilly
Salary: £90 per day
Employer: New Directions Education
New Directions Education is looking to recruit a passionate and supportive SEN Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to work within a school in the Caerphilly area. This role is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is dedicated to helping children with additional learning needs thrive in the classroom and beyond.
Role Overview:
As an SEN LSA, you will provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils with a variety of additional learning needs, including autism, ADHD, and speech and language difficulties. You will work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to ensure every child receives the tailored support they need to reach their full potential.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Support pupils with special educational needs on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
2. Assist with the planning and delivery of differentiated learning activities.
3. Promote positive behaviour and help pupils develop confidence and independence.
4. Provide emotional and social support to pupils both in and out of the classroom.
5. Work collaboratively with teaching staff, SENCO, and parents to meet individual needs.
6. Contribute to progress reports and pupil reviews where required.
Requirements:
7. Previous experience supporting children with additional learning needs (school-based preferred).
8. A relevant qualification in childcare, education, or additional learning needs (desirable but not essential).
9. Registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC) in Wales.
10. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
11. A patient, caring, and resilient approach to supporting children.
What New Directions offers:
12. Competitive daily pay of £90.
13. Free, accredited training opportunities to support your professional development.
14. A dedicated Recruitment Consultant offering ongoing support.
15. Access to a wide range of roles in schools across South Wales.
📩 To apply or find out more, please contact:
Richard
Executive Recruitment Consultant, New Directions Education
📱 07386 570 665
☎️ 02920 390 133
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What New Directions Education Ltd offers:
16. A dedicated and expert Account Manager
17. Regular and varied supply work
18. Competitive rates of pay
19. Potential long-term roles
20. Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
21. A network of branches across the UK
22. One of the preferred suppliers to all 22 local authorities in Wales under the All Wales Framework Agreement
23. We are the major teaching supply agency for Welsh speaking teachers across Wales
24. Recommend-a-friend scheme
25. Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry
We are fully committed to the protection of children and vulnerable adults. All applicants must undertake a full enhanced DBS check.
Please select Apply Now to enquire about this job vacancy with New Directions Education Ltd, Cardiff East branch.
New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.