Primary ALN Provision Support Assistant

Primary ALN Provision Support Assistant

Location:

Llanelli

Contract:

Term Time Only | Full-Time
Salary: £13.75 per hour to start

We are seeking a committed and resilient ALN Provision Support Assistant to work within our dedicated Primary ALN Provision in Llanelli. This role is ideal for someone who understands that every child learns differently and is passionate about providing consistent, nurturing, and structured support.

This is not a general classroom role — you will be based primarily within our specialist provision, supporting pupils with a wide range of additional learning needs.

As an ALN Provision Support Assistant, your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

You will work with pupils who may present with:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) – including sensory processing differences, communication challenges, and the need for structured routines
• ADHD – supporting attention regulation, impulse control, and emotional regulation
• Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN) – delivering speech and language programmes provided by specialists
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs – supporting pupils who may struggle with anxiety, emotional regulation, or behaviour linked to trauma
• Global developmental delay or moderate learning difficulties
• Pupils with sensory sensitivities or attachment needs

Some pupils may have multiple or complex needs, requiring patience, adaptability, and consistency.

You will:

• Deliver small‑group and 1:1 interventions tailored to individual targets
• Support pupils to access adapted curriculum materials
• Use visual timetables, sensory strategies, and structured work systems
• Reinforce communication approaches such as PECS, visual supports, or simplified language
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to the ALNCo and teaching staff

A key part of the role involves:

• Helping pupils recognise and manage emotions
• Using de‑escalation strategies and positive behaviour support approaches
• Supporting safe sensory breaks and regulation activities
• Building trusting, consistent relationships

You will play a vital role in helping pupils feel safe, understood, and ready to learn.

You will collaborate closely with:

• The ALNCo
• Class teachers
• Specialist advisory teachers
• Speech and language therapists
• Educational psychologists
• Parents and carers

Clear communication and professionalism are essential.

• Has experience working with children with ALN in a school or care setting
• Is calm under pressure and emotionally resilient
• Understands behaviour as communication
• Is proactive, observant, and reflective
• Can maintain professional boundaries while building positive relationships
• Holds (or is working towards) a Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable)

Team Teach or positive behaviour support training would be advantageous.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all pupils. Apply now!

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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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