Level 2 Teaching Assistant (ALN Support) - St Marys Catholic Primary

Wrexham County Borough Council; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

St Marys Catholic Primary is seeking a Level 2 Teaching Assistant to support a pupil with ALN in our Lower Junior department. The role involves one-to-one, small group and classroom support, helping the pupil access learning and work towards IDP targets, under the guidance of the class teacher and ALNCo.

You will promote independence, wellbeing and positive engagement, build strong relationships with pupils, families and staff, and contribute to reviewing IDP targets.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting primary pupils with ALN.
• Patience, nurturing approach and ability to build relationships.
• Support delivery of IDP targets and progress monitoring.
• Works well in a team and liaises with external agencies.
• Promotes independence and wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one, small group and classroom support for the pupil with ALN.
• Assist with the delivery and review of IDP targets and interventions.
• Monitor progress and feed back to teaching staff and ALNCo.

Skills

ALN support

One-to-one support

Teamwork

Literacy skills

ICT skills

Job description

Level 2 Teaching Assistant (ALN Support) - St Marys Catholic Primary

About the Role

TERM TIME ONLY

TEMPORARY CONTRACT (1 YEAR INITIALLY- 31st August 2027)

To commence as soon as possible Autumn 2026

The governors of St Mary’s Catholic Primary School are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, caring and suitably experienced Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated and innovative team within our very happy, caring and inclusive school community.

The successful candidate will provide support for a pupil with Additional Learning Needs (ALN) in our Lower Junior department. Working closely with the class teacher and ALNCo, they will support the implementation of the pupil's Individual Development Plan (IDP), helping them to achieve their individual targets, access learning successfully and participate fully in all aspects of school life.

The role will include a combination of one-to-one, small group and classroom support, addressing the pupil's academic, social and emotional needs while promoting independence, confidence and wellbeing.

The successful applicant will contribute to the review and delivery of IDP targets, monitor progress and provide regular feedback to teaching staff and the ALNCo.

The successful candidate will:

• Have experience of supporting primary aged pupils with additional learning needs.
• Be patient, nurturing and able to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families.
• Support the delivery of individual targets and intervention programmes.
• Work effectively as part of a team and liaise with external agencies where appropriate.
• Promote independence, confidence and positive engagement in learning and social activities.
• Follow school policies to ensure the health, safety, safeguarding and wellbeing of all pupils
• Has good literacy, numeracy and ICT skills.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a significant difference to a child’s educational experience and wellbeing while working within a supportive and caring school community

Closing Date: Wednesday 14th October 2026

Shortlisting: Thursday 15th October 2026

Interviews: W/C 19th October 2026

Applicants are very welcome to visit the school. Please telephone to make an appointment on 01978 352406

An Enhanced DBS & EWC registration is required for this position.

The Council is committed to developing its bilingual workforce and welcomes applications from candidates who demonstrate their capability to work in both English and Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

The Council welcomes applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of race, gender, disability, sexuality, religious belief or age.

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