Teaching Assistant – ALN, Mid Wales

Job Description

We are recruiting compassionate and committed ALN Teaching Assistants to join our growing supply team, supporting schools in Caersws and the surrounding communities.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children and is keen to play a hands-on role in their educational journey. You will be helping pupils with additional learning needs access education, overcome challenges and develop the confidence and independence they need to succeed.

The successful candidates will work alongside teachers and wider school support teams, providing tailored assistance to pupils both within the classroom and, where required, in smaller learning groups or on a one-to-one basis.

We are particularly interested in hearing from individuals who are patient, approachable and able to respond positively to different learning styles and individual needs. Previous experience supporting children with ALN, autism, behavioural needs, ADHD or communication difficulties would be an advantage, although a positive attitude and willingness to learn are equally important.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have a genuine interest in supporting children’s development and wellbeing.
• Be confident building positive relationships with pupils and colleagues.
• Demonstrate patience, empathy and a flexible approach.
• Be able to encourage participation and engagement in learning activities.
• Be reliable, proactive and comfortable working in different school environments.

If you are looking for a rewarding role where no two days are the same, this could be the perfect opportunity. We offer the flexibility of supply work while giving you the chance to become part of supportive school communities and make a meaningful contribution to children’s education across Caersws and the wider area.

Job Specification

Teaching, Learning or Classroom Assistants are now vital resources for teachers and are heavily relied upon in schools.

We specialise in recruiting Teaching Assistants (TA) who are qualified in the following;

• NVQ Level 2 Teaching Assistant
• NVQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant
• Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
• CACHE Level 3 in Childcare & Education
• BTEC National Certificate in Childhood Studies (Nursery Nursing).

We’ll also consider experienced Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) who have previously held a job in a primary school or assisted a pupil in the role in a secondary school but do not hold any of the above qualifications.

Jobs in additional learning needs (ALN)

A large number of our jobs are in ALN and we fill many vacancies in schools with 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)
• Emotional Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)
• Severe Learning Difficulties
• Physical Disabilities (PD).

As a teaching assistant you’ll be expected to:

• Assist in the educational and social development of pupils under the direction and guidance of the head teacher, ALNCO and class teachers
• Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Programmes (IEP) for students and help monitor their progress
• Provide support for individual students inside and outside the classroom to enable them to fully participate in activities
• Assist class teachers with maintaining student records
• Support students with emotional or behavioural problems and help develop their social skills.

New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.