ALN & ASD Learning Support Assistant - Secondary

TeacherActive Limited.; Maerdy; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting an ALN Learning Support Assistant (Secondary School) in Rhondda Cynon Taf to support pupils with ASD and additional learning needs. The role focuses on 1:1 and small-group support, adapting activities and promoting independence.

You will work closely with teachers and ALN staff, providing tailored strategies to aid communication, social interaction and emotional regulation, and ensuring a nurturing, inclusive classroom environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with ASD and additional learning needs.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to adapt activities to individual pupil needs and abilities.
• Patience, resilience and nurturing approach.

Responsibilities

• Providing tailored 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with ASD
• Supporting pupils with communication, social interaction and emotional regulation
• Adapting learning activities to meet individual needs and abilities
• Promoting independence, confidence and positive engagement in learning
• Supporting pupils with sensory needs and individual learning strategies
• Working closely with teachers and ALN staff to support individual development plans

Skills

Experience supporting pupils with ASD

1:1 and small-group support

Strong communication and relationship

Patient and nurturing approach

Job description

TeacherActive is recruiting an ALN Learning Support Assistant (Secondary School) in Rhondda Cynon Taf to support pupils with ASD and additional learning needs. The role focuses on 1:1 and small-group support, adapting activities and promoting independence.

You will work closely with teachers and ALN staff, providing tailored strategies to aid communication, social interaction and emotional regulation, and ensuring a nurturing, inclusive classroom environment.