Additional Learning Needs Teaching Assistant, Vale of Glamorgan
Location: Vale of Glamorgan
Duration: Ongoing
Salary:
£93.00 per day
Start date: As soon as possible
Job Type: Temporary
Sector: Additional Learning Needs (ALN)
Posted:
Job Description
New Directions Education is currently recruiting compassionate and dedicated Additional Learning Needs (ALN) Teaching Assistants to support pupils in schools across the Vale of Glamorgan.
This rewarding role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the educational journey of children and young people with a range of additional learning needs. We are seeking individuals who are passionate about supporting pupils to achieve their full potential and who can provide positive, nurturing support within the classroom setting.
The Role
As an ALN Teaching Assistant, you will:
Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils with Additional Learning Needs
Assist pupils with their educational, social, and emotional development
Support teachers in delivering tailored learning activities
Help implement individual support plans and strategies
Encourage pupil engagement, confidence, and independence
Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
Work collaboratively with teaching staff and other professionals to meet pupils’ needs
Requirements
Experience working with children or young people, preferably within an educational or care setting
Experience supporting individuals with Additional Learning Needs, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, Speech and Language needs, or Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs is desirable
A patient, empathetic, and resilient approach
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
Enhanced DBS Certificate on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one
Registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC), or willingness to register
Right to work in the UK
Why Work with New Directions Education?
Competitive rates of pay
Opportunities across schools throughout the Vale of Glamorgan
Long-term and short-term placements available
Dedicated support from an experienced education recruitment consultant
Free CPD and professional development training
Opportunities to gain valuable experience within a variety of educational settings
Access to a wide network of local schools
Apply Today
If you are passionate about supporting children with Additional Learning Needs and are looking for your next opportunity within education, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today with your CV or contact New Directions Education to discuss current ALN Teaching Assistant opportunities available across the Vale of Glamorgan.
New Directions Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.
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.