Inclusion Special Educator

TeacherActive Limited.; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working opportunities

Guaranteed Payment Scheme

Free CPD courses

Competitive pay

Referral scheme (£100)

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting a qualified ALN Teacher with QTS to work full-time on a long-term basis in a welcoming secondary school in Caerphilly. The role offers a potential permanent position, creating long-term stability and clear career progression.

We seek experienced ALN/SEN teachers for Caerphilly and surrounding areas. The post involves delivering tailored lessons, IDPs within the ALN Wales framework, and collaborating with Teaching Assistants and external professionals to support

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience working with ALN / SEN students
• Understanding of the ALN Code for Wales (desirable)
• Knowledge of ASD, ADHD, SEMH, and other additional needs
• Strong classroom management and behaviour management skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• A patient, empathetic, and adaptable teaching approach

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality differentiated lessons for ALN students
• Provide 1:1 support and small group interventions
• Develop, implement, and review Individual Development Plans (IDPs)
• Monitor and assess student progress, adapting strategies where needed
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing
• Work collaboratively with school staff, parents, and external agencies
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment
• Uphold safeguarding policies and procedures

Skills

QTS

ALN / SEN experience

Classroom management

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

TeacherActive are proud to be recruiting for a qualified ALN Teacher (Additional Learning Needs Teacher) with QTS to work on a full-time, long-term basis in a welcoming and supportive secondary school in Caerphilly. This role offers the opportunity to become a permanent position, making it ideal for teachers seeking long-term stability and career progression.

Due to our strong partnerships with secondary schools and specialist provisions across Caerphilly and the surrounding areas, there is a growing demand for experienced ALN / SEN Teachers who are passionate about inclusive education.

What Does an ALN Teacher Do?

An ALN Teacher (Additional Learning Needs Teacher) supports students who require additional help accessing education due to learning difficulties, disabilities, or behavioural challenges.

In this role, you will:

• Deliver tailored and differentiated lessons to meet individual learning needs
• Support students with conditions such as autism (ASD), ADHD, dyslexia, and SEMH (social, emotional and mental health needs)
• Adapt teaching strategies to support engagement and progress
• Work closely with Teaching Assistants, SENCOs, and external professionals
• Create and implement Individual Development Plans (IDPs) in line with the ALN framework in Wales

You will play a key role in creating an inclusive, structured, and supportive learning environment, ensuring every student can thrive both academically and personally.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality, differentiated lessons for ALN students
• Provide 1:1 support and small group interventions
• Develop, implement, and review Individual Development Plans (IDPs)
• Monitor and assess student progress, adapting strategies where needed
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing
• Work collaboratively with school staff, parents, and external agencies
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment
• Uphold safeguarding policies and procedures

Requirements

The successful ALN Teacher will have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience working with ALN / SEN students in a school or specialist setting
• Understanding of the ALN Code for Wales (desirable)
• Knowledge of ASD, ADHD, SEMH, and other additional needs
• Strong classroom management and behaviour management skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• A patient, empathetic, and adaptable teaching approach

When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• A dedicated consultant available 24/7
• Flexible working opportunities to suit your lifestyle
• Access to our Guaranteed Payment Scheme (Terms & Conditions apply)
• Free CPD courses and professional development via our My-Progression platform
• Competitive, market-leading pay rates
• Referral scheme – earn up to £100 (Terms & Conditions apply)

All staff are paid via PAYE, ensuring correct tax and National Insurance contributions with no hidden admin fees.

About TeacherActive

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.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.