Teaching Assistant, Bridgend

  • Location: Bridgend
  • Duration: Ongoing
  • Salary: £83.00
  • Start date: As soon as possible
  • Job Type: Temporary
  • Sector: Additional Learning Needs (ALN)
  • Posted:

Job Description

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant with a strong background in supporting children with Additional Learning Needs (ALN)? We are currently recruiting 1:1 Teaching Assistants for a variety of roles across primary and secondary schools in the Bridgend area.

These opportunities involve working closely with pupils who require additional support due to learning difficulties, behavioural needs, or emotional and social challenges. You’ll play a vital role in helping pupils reach their potential in an inclusive and supportive environment.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide 1:1 support for pupils with ALN, including autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and SEMH needs
  • Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs and learning styles
  • Work alongside teachers and ALNCOs to deliver personalised support plans
  • Foster a safe, supportive, and structured learning environment
  • Build positive relationships with pupils to support their academic and emotional development
  • Monitor and report on pupil progress and behaviour

Requirements:

  • Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant, specifically in ALN or 1:1 roles
  • Understanding of additional learning needs and strategies for support
  • Calm, patient, and empathetic nature
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
  • Relevant qualifications (e.g. CACHE Level 2/3, Team Teach, Autism Awareness) are desirable

What We Offer:

  • Competitive daily rates of pay
  • Flexible work to suit your availability – full-time and part-time options available
  • A variety of placements across schools in the Bridgend area
  • Ongoing support from a dedicated education recruitment team
  • Access to training and continued professional development

If you’re passionate about making a difference and have the skills to support pupils with ALN on a 1:1 basis, we’d love to hear from you.

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.

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