ALN Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Llanfabon; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Term-time only

No weekends or school holidays

Job summary

Teaching Personnel in Cardiff is seeking a Full-Time ALN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Additional Learning Needs in a specialist setting.

This long-term, term-time role runs Monday to Friday, 08:20–15:30, with £14.25 per hour and no weekends or school holidays. You will work 1:1 and in small groups, collaborating with teachers to foster independence and communication.

Qualifications

• Support pupils 1:1 and in small groups.
• Assist with behaviour regulation and emotional support.
• Use positive handling strategies where required.
• Support learning across the curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils 1:1 and in small groups.
• Assist with behaviour regulation and emotional support.
• Use positive handling strategies where required.
• Support learning across the curriculum.
• Work closely with teachers and support staff.
• Help pupils develop independence, confidence & communication.

Skills

Pupil support

Behaviour management

Positive handling

Curriculum support

Team collaboration

Job description

Full‑Time ALN Teaching Assistant - Cardiff

Cardiff | 08:20 - 15:30 | Monday-Friday

£14.25 per hour

Teaching Personnel - In Partnership With the School

Term time only — meaning: Weekends off All school holidays & bank holidays off

Make a Real Difference Every Day

Teaching Personnel is proud to be working exclusively in partnership with a specialist School in the Cardiff area to recruit a Full‑Time ALN Teaching Assistant for the #removed# academic year.

This is a rewarding, long‑term opportunity supporting pupils with Additional Learning Needs (ALN) in a nurturing, structured, and highly specialist environment. Due to the complexity of learner needs, shortlisted applicants must be able to commit to full‑time hours for the full academic year.

About the School

This is a highly supportive, inclusive ALN setting specialising in supporting children with complex additional needs, including:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
• Social, Emotional & Mental Health (SEMH) needs
• Challenging behaviour
• Speech, language & communication needs
• Sensory processing differences
• Trauma‑informed and attachment‑aware profiles

The school places a strong emphasis on:

• Positive relationships
• Emotional regulation & wellbeing
• Structured routines
• Behaviour support strategies
• Individualised learning plans

You’ll be joining a warm, experienced, and supportive staff team who work collaboratively to ensure every child can thrive.

The Role

As a Full‑Time ALN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support pupils 1:1 and in small groups
• Assist with behaviour regulation and emotional support
• Use positive handling strategies where required
• Support learning across the curriculum
• Work closely with teachers and support staff
• Help pupils develop independence, confidence & communication
• Be a consistent, trusted adult for learners who need stability

Ideal Candidate Profile

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about SEN & inclusive education
• Calm, patient, and resilient
• Confident supporting challenging behaviour
• Committed to full‑time hours due to learner needs
• A strong team player with a nurturing approach

Desirable (But Not Essential)

• Team Teach Level 2 (Ideal)
• Experience in SEN / ALN / SEMH settings
• Background in care, youth work, psychology or education
• Trauma‑informed or behaviour support experience

Training & Development - Included at NO Cost

When you join Teaching Personnel, you’ll receive exclusive CPD access, including:

• Behaviour Management Training
• Thrive Awareness
• SEND & ALN Awareness
• Autism & SEMH Training
• Safeguarding & Child Protection

All training is fully funded

Accessible online & in‑person

Designed to build long‑term SEN careers

What’s in It for You?

• £14.25 per hour
• Full‑time, long‑term role
• Term‑time only working pattern
• No weekends or school holidays
• Dedicated consultant support
• Opportunity to make a life‑changing impact

About Teaching Personnel

Teaching Personnel is the UK's leading education recruitment agency, working in trusted partnerships with schools across Wales and the UK.

You’ll receive:

• Dedicated SEN specialist support
• Ongoing guidance & career progression
• A genuine partnership approach

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay.

This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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