ALN Teaching Assistant

ALN Teaching Assistant

Primary School

Are you a hardworking, positive person that is dedicated to supporting and encouraging children with Additional Learning Needs through their education? At Teaching Personnel we are actively  looking for dedicated ALN teaching assistant to work within a STF (Specialist Teaching Facility) unit in a mainstream primary school in Ammanford. For this role we are looking for an individual that is resilient and able to work with children with complex needs and may require personal care also.

What We Are Looking For

• Previous experience working with ALN children, preferably in an education or care setting
• Experience working within a Specialist Teaching Facility (STF)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, and staff
• A proactive, patient, and empathetic approach to working with children

Key Responsibilities

• Safeguarding children
• Support children in developing essential skills, such as communication, social interaction, and independence
• Adapt quickly to different school settings and build rapport with students and colleagues
• Assist teachers in developing and implementing individualised learning plans
• Monitor and record student progress, communicating effectively with staff and parents
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and other staff to create an inclusive and supportive learning environment
• Participate in training and professional development opportunities to further enhance your skills and knowledge in ALN support

Requirements

• Eligibility to work in the UK and ability to pass enhanced DBS checks.
• Minimum of GCSE’s in English and Mathematics
• Relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 2/3 TA or SEN certification) are desirable but not essential
• Driving Licence ( not essential but preferred)

Role Details

• Jobe Title: ALN Teaching Assistant (TA)
• Sector : Primary School STF
• Job Type: Full Time
• Start Date: 06/01/2025
• Location: Ammanford
• Schedule: Full time  Mon- Fri (8:30am-3:30pm)

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.
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