Residential Support Worker

TeacherActive; Llanddew; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an ALN Teaching Assistant for a primary school in Brecon. This role focuses on supporting pupils with Additional Learning Needs in a safe and engaging learning environment. It's a temporary role with the possibility of permanent employment for suitable candidates, including competitive pay and benefits.

Benefits

Free training provided

Competitive pay

Dedicated support

Free CPD training

Referral scheme

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with ALN is essential.
• Desire to inspire and motivate pupils is crucial.
• Ability to think on your feet and adapt quickly.

Responsibilities

• Work 1-on-1 with pupils with ALN.
• Assist the teacher with classroom preparation.
• Assess pupil needs through attentive listening.

Skills

Empathy

Adaptability

Resilience

Differentiation

Inspiration

Job description

ALN Teaching Assistant

Location: Brecon

Start date: June 2025

Salary: £13.69 - £14.50 per hour

Role Overview

TeacherActive is working with a primary school in Brecon that values inclusion and aims to create a safe, engaging learning environment. They are seeking a Residential Support Worker / ALN Teaching Assistant to work with pupils with Additional Learning Needs (ALN). This is a temporary, long-term role with potential for permanent employment for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Work 1-on-1 with pupils with ALN, demonstrating empathy and adaptability
• Assist the teacher with classroom preparation and management
• Assess individual pupil needs through attentive listening
• Incorporate differentiation and resilience in approach

Requirements

• Previous experience working with children with ALN
• Desire to inspire and motivate pupils
• Ability to adapt quickly and think on your feet
• Resilient attitude and ability to incorporate differentiation
• Desirable but not essential: TeamTeach, Manual Handling, CPI

Additional Information

Free training provided. Salary range from £83-£90 per day. Shift options include night, day, and evening shifts, with 12-hour days and shorter shifts available. The school caters to pupils with ASD, ADHD, Mental Health needs, among others.

Benefits of working with TeacherActive include competitive pay, dedicated support, free CPD training, and a referral scheme offering £100 for successful referrals. All staff are paid via PAYE, ensuring correct tax and NI contributions.

Application Process

If interested, click apply or contact us directly. All applicants will undergo an enhanced DBS check, ID verification, and reference checks. We provide a variety of opportunities in educational settings, with high standards and tailored timings.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business for temporary and contract roles.