Teaching Assistant - Sport & Behavioural Support
Additional Learning Needs (ALN)
Location: Caerphilly
Pay Rate: From £84.50 per day
Hours: Full-time 8:30am - 3:30pm (school term time)
Are you passionate about sport and supporting vulnerable learners who have additional learning needs? PE Direct, a specialist recruitment agency in South Wales dedicated to physical education (PE) and additional learning needs (ALN), is looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our team.
As a Teaching Assistant at PE Direct, you will provide support to pupils with additional learning needs, including ASD, PMLD, and SEMH. You will play a crucial role in helping students aged 3-19 years old feel confident in their learning abilities and achieve their academic, social, and emotional milestones.
Why join us?
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Competitive PAYE rates - Enjoy great pay without any hidden fees or charges.
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Long-term jobs in local schools that match your preferences.
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Fantastic opportunities for students - paid placement options for Cardiff Met and USW students.
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Support and mentorship from leading PE and ALN experts.
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Expand your skills with ongoing professional development, free training, and mentoring.
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Advance your career, gain valuable experience, and receive personalised career guidance.
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The chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people.
Your role responsibilities:
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Support pupils aged 11 - 16 years old with additional learning needs and challenging behaviours.
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Inspire confidence and foster a positive learning environment.
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Assist in achieving academic, social, and emotional milestones.
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Encourage participation in group activities and school events.
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Promote positive behaviour and well-being.
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Use your passion for sport to ensure engagement in health and well-being.
What we are looking for:
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Experience working with children in the last 3 years.
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Passion for making an impact on the lives of children.
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Background in Sport, ALN, or Education
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Strong behaviour management and communication skills.
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Ability to build trusting relationships with pupils.
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Patience, composure, and team spirit.
Secure your September position now.
Apply today and take the first step towards a rewarding career with PE Direct!
If this job doesn't align perfectly, please contact PE Direct for a confidential discussion.
PE Direct is an employment business in relation to this temporary vacancy. Successful candidates need to register with PE Direct for consideration.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay.
All job offers are subject to pre-employment checks that include Right to work in the UK, an enhanced DBS disclosure and EWC registration. PE Direct will help facilitate these