ALN Experienced Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive Ltd; Swansea; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated consultants 24/7

Guaranteed Payment Scheme

CPD Courses

Market leading rates

Referral Scheme - £100

Job summary

TeacherActive Ltd is recruiting an ALN Experienced Teaching Assistant for a full-time temporary role at a welcoming Swansea school. You will support pupils in the ALN unit, delivering engaging activities and one-to-one support to promote independence and well-being.

Starting immediately, this on-site position at SA1 offers competitive pay (£14.25 per hour) and access to CPD courses, a dedicated consultant team, and opportunities to develop within a caring, inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with ALN in a school setting.
• Level 2 TA or childcare qualification required.
• Experience delivering one-to-one and small-group support.
• Calm, patient and nurturing approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A flexible, can-do attitude to support pupils

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging activities for ALN pupils in the unit.
• Provide one-to-one support and small-group assistance.
• Encourage positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing throughout the day.

Skills

ALN experience

One-to-one support

Calm and nurturing

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Education

Level 2 TA qualification or childcare qualification

Job description

Job Title: ALN Experienced Teaching Assistant

Start Date: Immediate

Salary: £14.25 per hour

Do you have experience supporting children with Additional Learning Needs in a school setting?

Are you passionate about creating an inclusive and nurturing learning environment?

Do you have the patience, resilience and adaptability to support pupils with a range of additional needs?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a welcoming village school in Swansea to recruit an ALN Experienced Teaching Assistant. This caring and supportive school prides itself on providing a positive and inclusive environment where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential. The school's dedicated ALN unit offers tailored support and promotes independence, confidence, and engagement in learning.

The school is looking to appoint an ALN Experienced Teaching Assistant on a full-time temporary basis from September 2026. The successful ALN Experienced Teaching Assistant will be supporting pupils within the ALN unit, working closely with the class teacher to deliver engaging activities, provide one-to-one support, and encourage positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing throughout the school day.

Requirements

• Experience working with children with Additional Learning Needs / ALN
• A minimum Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or relevant childcare qualification
• Experience supporting children on a one-to-one basis and in small groups
• A calm, patient and nurturing approach
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A 'can-do' attitude with the ability to adapt to the needs of the pupils

Benefits

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend

Terms and Conditions apply

Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you're paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there's no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

Equal opportunities

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Disability Confident

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Job details

• Company: TeacherActive Ltd
• Salary: £14.25 to £14.25 an hour
• Hours: Full-time
• Location: SA1
• Working pattern: On-site
• Job type: Temporary
• Posting date: 21 Oct 2026
• Closing date: 20 Nov 2026