ALN Teaching Assistant

We are seeking a caring, patient and dedicated Additional Learning Needs (ALN) Teaching Assistant to join a friendly and inclusive primary school in Penarth, Vale of Glamorgan. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference to the learning, confidence and wellbeing of pupils who require additional support.

The Role

You will work closely with teachers, the ALNCo and other professionals to support pupils with a range of additional learning needs, including:

Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)

Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)

Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH)

Learning and developmental delays

Support may be delivered on a one-to-one basis, in small groups, or within the mainstream classroom.

Key Responsibilities

Provide tailored support to pupils with ALN, helping them to access learning

Assist in implementing Individual Development Plans (IDPs)

Support behaviour, emotional regulation and social development

Adapt learning materials to meet individual needs

Work collaboratively with teachers and specialists

Help create a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

Has experience supporting children with additional learning needs (desirable)

Is patient, calm and compassionate

Has good communication and teamwork skills

Can build positive relationships with pupils

Is adaptable, proactive and reliable

Holds (or is willing to obtain) an Enhanced DBS check

What We Offer

A supportive and welcoming school community

Ongoing training and professional development

The opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day

Experience in a well-respected Vale of Glamorgan primary school

Safeguarding

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.

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.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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