Special Needs Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) | Full-Time | Merthyr Tydfil £92.63 per day Location: Merthyr Tydfil | Full Academic Year | Special Educational Needs School Are you passionate about supporting children with additional learning needs? Do you have the patience, empathy, and enthusiasm to help young people thrive? A specialist SEN school in Merthyr Tydfil is seeking a dedicated Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time basis for the upcoming academic year. This rewarding role offers the opportunity to make a genuine difference every day while gaining valuable experience within a specialist educational setting. About the Role As a Special Needs Teaching Assistant, you will: Support pupils with a range of additional learning needs, including Autism (ASD), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and complex needs Work closely with teachers and therapists to deliver tailored support Provide one-to-one and small group interventions Help pupils develop communication, social, and emotional skills Support students in lessons, activities, and throughout the school day Promote a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment Who We're Looking For This role would suit someone who: Has a caring, patient, and resilient nature Enjoys working with children and young people with additional needs Has experience in care, support work, youth work, residential care, sports coaching, or education Can build positive relationships and encourage pupil confidence Is considering a long-term career in education, psychology, therapy, or social care ✅ Requirements To be considered, you'll need: Registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC) or willingness to register An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one Two professional references covering the last two years A genuine interest in supporting children with additional learning needs What You'll Receive £92.63 per day, paid weekly Access to free and discounted CPD and training opportunities Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment consultant Experience within a highly rewarding specialist education setting Opportunities for long-term and permanent employment Apply Today If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can positively impact the lives of young people with additional needs, we'd love to hear from you. Send your CV today to be considered for this Special Needs Teaching Assistant position in Merthyr Tydfil. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. 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. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website