ALN Teaching Assistant

ALN Teaching Assistant – Immediate Start 

Job Title: Additional Learning Needs (ALN) Teaching Assistant
Location: Newport, South Wales
Start Date: ASAP
Pay: From £13.75 per hour
Hours: Monday to Friday | 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Contract Type: Full-time | Term-Time Only

Are you passionate about supporting children with Additional Learning Needs (ALN)?
Teaching Personnel is hiring a dedicated ALN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive partner school in Newport. This full-time role is based in a specialist Learning Resource Base (LRB) class that supports pupils with severe Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and behavioural challenges.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support a small class of pupils with ALN, focusing on emotional and academic development.

• Provide 1:1 and group support for students with severe ASD and behavioural needs.

• Build strong, trusting relationships with students, staff, and parents.

• Create a nurturing, inclusive classroom environment that promotes safety and well-being.

• Follow individual education plans (IEPs) and behaviour support strategies.

• Uphold school safeguarding and child protection policies.

What We’re Looking For:

• Resilient, patient, and compassionate individuals with a genuine interest in SEN/ALN education.

• Experience working with children with special educational needs is preferred but not essential.

• Willingness to learn and adapt in a dynamic classroom environment.

Essential Requirements:

• EWC Registration (Education Workforce Council)

• Enhanced Child-Only DBS (on the Update Service)

• Two professional references covering the last 24 months

• Ability to manage challenging behaviour and remain calm under pressure

Why Join Us?

• Immediate start in September 2024

• Ongoing professional development and support

• Work in a rewarding environment with a dedicated team

• Opportunity to make a real difference in children’s lives

Interested?
Apply now or contact our Newport office for more information. Don’t miss this chance to kickstart or grow your career in ALN education!

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.
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