Special Needs Teaching Assistant (Secondary) – Cardiff
Location: Additional Needs Resource Base, Secondary School – Cardiff
Hours: Full Time, Monday–Friday, 08:15–15:15
Contract: 2-Year Placement
Daily Rate: From £90 per day
Are you passionate about making a real difference in young people’s lives?
Do you thrive in supportive, nurturing environments where every day brings new opportunities to help pupils grow?
If so, we would love to hear from you!
About the Role
We are looking for a dedicated Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join our wonderful Additional Needs Resource Base within a welcoming secondary school in Cardiff. You will be working in small classes (maximum 12 pupils), supporting learners aged 11–16 with a wide range of complex needs, including:
* Down Syndrome
* Global Developmental Delay
* ADHD
* Non-verbal communication needs
* And other associated learning differences
This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a close-knit, highly supportive team that puts pupils’ wellbeing, independence and academic development at the heart of everything.
What We’re Looking For
We are seeking someone who is:
✔ Proactive and able to work independently when needed
✔ Experienced in supporting pupils with additional learning needs (school or care setting experience welcomed)
✔ Confident using initiative in a dynamic classroom environment
✔ Compassionate, patient and resilient
✔ Academic and motivated, with a genuine passion for education
✔ Deeply committed to helping pupils achieve their potential and build bright futures
Your Responsibilities
* Supporting pupils’ learning in a small, structured classroom environment
* Assisting with personalised education plans and differentiated activities
* Implementing strategies recommended by teachers and specialists
* Supporting communication needs, sensory needs and emotional regulation
* Building strong, positive relationships with pupils
* Helping create a safe, inclusive and inspiring learning environment
What We Offer
✨ A warm, friendly and collaborative school community
✨ A dedicated additional needs base with excellent resources
✨ Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
✨ A meaningful role where your work truly matters
If you are passionate, caring and ready to make a difference, we would love to welcome you to our team.
To apply: Please send your CV.
We look forward to hearing from you!
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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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