SEN Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant

Location: Newport

Start Date: March 2026

Salary: £82 - £89 per day

• Are you able to follow instructions while demonstrating a strong work ethic and a positive mindset?
• Do you have experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?
• Are you a dedicated Teaching Assistant seeking a rewarding new opportunity?

TeacherActive is proud to work alongside a specialist school in the Newport area that promotes an inclusive environment where every pupil is valued and supported. The school is committed to helping children achieve their full potential within a safe, engaging, and nurturing setting for both pupils and staff.

We are looking for a compassionate and adaptable Teaching Assistant comfortable working one-to-one with pupils who have Special Educational Needs. This is a temporary, long-term role with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate. The successful applicant will demonstrate empathy, flexibility, and the ability to respond thoughtfully to individual pupil needs.

• Motivate and inspire pupils while supporting teaching staff effectively
• Assist with classroom preparation and daily management
• Listen attentively to pupils to understand and assess their individual needs
• Employ differentiated teaching approaches to support diverse learning styles
• Bring relevant experience from a similar role, which is essential

• Competitive daily rates: Teaching Assistants from £82, Cover Supervisors £110+, Teachers £172+
• Support from dedicated consultants with expert knowledge of the education sector
• Complimentary career advice and CPD training to support your professional development
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme receive a £100 gift when you refer a friend ( Terms and conditions apply)
• All staff are paid via PAYE, ensuring correct tax and National Insurance contributions with no administrative fees deducted from your pay

If you are interested in this opportunity or wish to explore other roles, please click apply now. I will be in touch to discuss the next steps. Alternatively, you are welcome to contact me directly using the details below:

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All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.