Mainstream Teaching Assistant (ALN​/SEN Support

Location: Newport, South Wales
Start Date: 2nd September 2026
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:00pm (Term Time Only)
Contract: Fixed-Term with the opportunity to become long-term or permanent

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role supporting pupils with Additional Learning Needs (ALN) in a welcoming secondary school in Newport?

Teaching Personnel is recruiting a dedicated Mainstream Teaching Assistant to work within a supportive secondary school, helping students with a range of additional needs thrive academically, socially and emotionally. This is an excellent opportunity for anyone with experience as an SEN Teaching Assistant
, ALN Teaching Assistant
, Learning Support Assistant or Support Worker looking to build a long-term career in education.

If you're passionate about helping young people reach their full potential, we'd love to hear from you.

As a Teaching Assistant, you'll work alongside experienced teachers to provide targeted support for pupils with a variety of additional learning needs, including:

• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
• Global Developmental Delay
• Prader-Willi Syndrome

You'll support students both on a one-to-one basis and in small groups, helping them access the curriculum, develop confidence and achieve their individual learning goals.

• Support pupils with Additional Learning Needs (ALN) during lessons.
• Deliver one-to-one and small-group interventions.
• Assist teachers in creating an inclusive classroom environment.
• Help implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and behaviour strategies.
• Encourage student engagement, independence and positive behaviour.
• Build strong relationships with pupils, parents, teachers and the wider school team.
• Monitor and report on student progress where required.

• Experienced working with children or young people with SEN/ALN.
• Passionate about inclusive education.
• Calm, patient and adaptable.
• Confident supporting pupils with autism, ADHD or other additional needs.
• An excellent communicator who works well within a team.
• Qualified with a Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (preferred but not essential for suitable experience).

Experience in schools, care settings, youth work, residential care, sports coaching or mentoring is highly desirable.

• Right to work in the UK.
• An Enhanced Child Workforce DBS (or willingness to obtain one).
• Registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC), or willingness to register.
• Two professional references covering the last 24 months.

• A dedicated education recruitment consultant.
• Access to exclusive Teaching Assistant and school support roles across Newport and South Wales.
• Weekly pay through PAYE.
• Ongoing CPD and training opportunities to enhance your career.
• Flexible working options to suit your lifestyle.
• Easy shift management through the Teaching Personnel app.
• Our generous Refer a Friend scheme, allowing you to earn extra money for successful referrals.
• Continued support throughout your placement and beyond.