Teaching Assistant - ALN

Are you a passionate and experienced Teaching Assistant looking to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people with Additional Learning Needs (ALN)?

Do you have the patience, resilience and confidence to support pupils with a range of complex needs, helping them develop their confidence, independence and reach their full potential?

If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

Teacher Active is proud to be working with a fantastic specialist ALN school based in Presteigne
, which provides a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment where every pupil is encouraged to thrive.

The school places a strong emphasis on communication, wellbeing and essential life skills, offering pupils fantastic opportunities to develop their independence, self-esteem and practical skills through engaging learning experiences and community-based work experience.

The school is looking to appoint an enthusiastic, confident and experienced Teaching Assistant on a full-time, permanent basis, with an immediate start available.

You will provide both 1:1 and general classroom support to pupils with a wide range of Additional Learning Needs, adapting your approach to meet individual needs and abilities.

You will play an important role in:

• Providing tailored 1:1 and classroom support.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement.
• Supporting pupils' communication and social development.
• Promoting independence, confidence and self-esteem.
• Creating a positive and supportive learning environment.

The successful Teaching Assistant will have:

• Previous experience working with children and young people with ALN.
• Confidence supporting pupils with a range of additional and complex needs.
• Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to remain calm in challenging situations.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• A patient, resilient and adaptable approach.
• A genuine passion for helping young people achieve their potential.

At Teacher Active, we value our staff and want to help you develop your career. You can expect:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to support you throughout the onboarding process.
• Free CPD courses and certificates through our My-Progression platform.
• Market-leading rates of pay.
• Teacher Active Referral Scheme - earn up to £100 when you refer a friend (Terms and Conditions apply).
• The opportunity to secure a permanent, full-time position within a specialist ALN school.
• A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference every single day.

Teacher Active is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Teacher Active is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is central to our recruitment practices, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to thorough vetting and safer recruitment checks before being cleared to work.