ALN Teaching Assistant

Monmouth and surrounding areas

Competitive daily rates, dependent on experience

Full-time and part-time opportunities

January 2027 start

Aspire People are recruiting an experienced and dedicated 1:1 ALN Teaching Assistant to support pupils within a primary school in Monmouth, starting in January 2027.

Please note:
Previous 1:1 experience supporting pupils with ALN is essential. General classroom TA experience alone will not be sufficient for this position.

• Provide dedicated one-to-one support to a pupil with additional learning needs
• Adapt activities and learning resources to support individual needs
• Encourage pupil engagement, confidence and independence
• Support communication, social development and classroom participation
• Promote positive behaviour and help maintain a structured learning environment
• Work closely with the class teacher and wider school support team
• Monitor progress and provide feedback where required

• Previous experience working 1:1 with pupils with ALN is essential
• Experience supporting children within a primary school or specialist setting
• A patient, calm and understanding approach
• Confidence adapting support to meet individual needs
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• A reliable and proactive attitude

• January 2027 start, giving you time to plan ahead
• Opportunities for regular and longer-term placements
• Competitive rates of pay
• Dedicated consultant support
• Access to CPD and training opportunities

• Right to work in the UK
• Enhanced DBS certificate on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one
• Education Workforce Council (EWC) registration in Wales, or willingness to register
• Two professional references covering the last two years

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.