Are you a patient, caring, and dedicated individual with a passion for supporting children with Additional Learning Needs? Our agency is currently recruiting enthusiastic ALN Teaching Assistants to work across a range of welcoming and inclusive schools throughout Gwynedd. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference — providing tailored support to help pupils thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Whether you’re an experienced ALN practitioner or looking to develop your skills in a rewarding new role, we can offer flexible placements to suit your experience and availability.
Job Specification
A large number of our jobs are within the ALN sector. We fill many vacancies in schools with candidates who have the right experience and qualifications.
To work in an Additional Learning Needs (ALN) role you will need:
A relevant teaching qualification
Ideally experience working in an ALN environment
Recent experience in a classroom environment
An excellent track record
Good knowledge of the national curriculum
Strong interpersonal and people management skills
Flexibility and adaptability to work short-term and long-term.
We are always looking for candidates who have particular experience in working with children classified as having:
Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Dyslexia
Dyspraxia
Multi-Sensory Impairment (MSI)
Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)
Profound and Moderate Learning Difficulties (PMLD)
Social, Emotional and Mental Health Difficulties (SEMH)
Severe Learning Difficulties
Physical Disabilities (PD).
What New Directions Education Ltd offers:
A dedicated and expert Account Manager
Regular and varied supply work
Competitive rates of pay
Potential long-term roles
Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
A network of branches across the UK
One of the preferred suppliers to all 22 local authorities in Wales under the All Wales Framework Agreement
We are the major teaching supply agency for Welsh speaking teachers across Wales
Recommend-a-friend scheme
Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry
New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment
Business in relation
to this vacancy.