Behaviour & Learning Support Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Swansea; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated education consultant

Exclusive long-term school placements

Free CPD-accredited training

Competitive weekly pay (PAYE)

Career progression into permanent role

Ongoing support from registration

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking a full-time ALN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Additional Learning Needs in a welcoming primary school in Swansea. This role runs for the full academic year (Sept 2026–July 2027) with potential for a direct contract with the school.

Join a nurturing school community that prioritises pastoral care and academic/emotional support. You'll work with teachers to deliver personalised ALN support and help pupils develop confidence and independence.

Qualifications

• Experience in nursery, childcare or early years settings.
• Care work, support work or residential care.
• Experience supporting individuals with autism, ADHD, ALN or additional needs.
• Sports coaching, dance, drama or outdoor education.
• Youth work, mentoring or community projects.
• Mental health or wellbeing support.
• Customer service or hospitality roles with patient, resilient communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supporting children with a range of Additional Learning Needs.
• Working with teachers and ALNCo to deliver personalised support.
• Adapting activities to meet individual learning needs.
• Encouraging confidence, independence, and positive behaviour.
• Building strong relationships to help pupils feel safe and motivated to learn.
• Celebrating achievements both big and small.

Skills

Nursery/Early years experience

Care/support/residential care

Autism/ADHD/ALN support

Sports coaching/dance/drama/outdoor ed

Youth work/mentoring/community

Mental health/wellbeing support

Patience and communication skills in服务

Job description

Swansea - Upper Killay Area
September 2026 - July 2027 (Full Academic Year)
Monday - Friday | 8:30am - 3:00pm
Competitive Weekly Pay through Teaching Personnel

Teaching Personnel is recruiting a full-time ALN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Additional Learning Needs (ALN) in a welcoming and highly supportive primary school in the Swansea area.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the school for the entire academic year (September 2026 - July 2027), allowing you to build meaningful relationships with pupils and become an integral part of the school community. For the right candidate, there is also the exciting possibility of securing a direct contract with the school following a successful placement.

This vibrant and inclusive primary school is passionate about ensuring every child reaches their full potential. The school is recognised for its nurturing environment, exceptional pastoral care, and commitment to supporting children both academically and emotionally.

You’ll become part of a dedicated and welcoming staff team who work collaboratively to create engaging, child‑centred learning experiences. Every pupil is encouraged to develop confidence, independence, and a love of learning, with staff receiving excellent support and opportunities to grow professionally.

Responsibilities

• Supporting children with a range of Additional Learning Needs.
• Working alongside teachers and the ALNCo to deliver personalised support.
• Adapting classroom activities to meet individual learning needs.
• Encouraging confidence, independence, and positive behaviour.
• Building strong relationships that help pupils feel safe, supported, and ready to learn.
• Celebrating every achievement – big or small.

You don’t need previous classroom experience to be successful in this role.

Qualifications

• Experience in nursery, childcare or early years settings.
• Care work, support work or residential care.
• Supporting individuals with autism, ADHD, ALN or additional needs.
• Sports coaching, dance, drama or outdoor education.
• Youth work, mentoring or community projects.
• Mental health or wellbeing support.
• Customer service or hospitality roles where you have developed patience, resilience and excellent communication skills.

Benefits

• A dedicated education consultant who supports you every step of the way.
• Exclusive long‑term school placements with opportunities to secure permanent contracts.
• Free CPD‑accredited training to develop your classroom and ALN knowledge.
• Competitive weekly pay through PAYE.
• Career progression opportunities into permanent school‑based roles.
• Ongoing support from registration through to your placement and beyond.

Teaching Personnel provides you with the resources and support to help you build a rewarding career in education.