Teaching Assistant (1:1 Support)

Supply Hive Wales; Newport; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Supply Hive Wales is seeking an enthusiastic ALN support worker for a 1:1 role in Newport. You will provide tailored support to a pupil throughout the school day, assist with learning activities and help develop social and behavioural skills.

You will collaborate with teachers, ALNCo/SENCo, other staff and parents to meet individual needs. The ideal candidate will have experience with children in school or childcare, a patient and empathetic approach, and strong communication skills to follow

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in school or childcare.
• Patient, nurturing and empathetic approach.
• Ability to follow support plans and work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 support to a pupil throughout the school day.
• Assist with academic learning and engagement in lessons.
• Support the child's social, emotional and behavioural development.
• Work collaboratively with class teachers, ALNCo/SENCo, support staff and parents.
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs.
• Encourage independence, confidence and positive learning behaviours.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Team collaboration

Experience with children

Job description

Location: Newport Hours: Monday to Friday 08:30-15:30 term time only Start Date: ASAP Role: 1:1 ALN Support

Do you have a passion for supporting children to achieve their full potential?

The Role:

• Provide tailored 1:1 support to a pupil throughout the school day.
• Assist with academic learning and engagement in lessons.
• Support the child's social, emotional and behavioural development.
• Work collaboratively with class teachers, ALNCo/SENCo, support staff and parents.
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs.
• Encourage independence, confidence and positive learning behaviours.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Experience working with children in a school, childcare or support setting.
• A patient, nurturing and empathetic approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to follow support plans and work as part of a team.
• Experience supporting children with Additional Learning Needs (ALN), ASD, ADHD or behavioural needs would be advantageous but not essential.