Teaching Assistant - Cardiff Secondary ALN

TN United Kingdom; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Eine inklusive und fortschrittliche Schule in Cardiff sucht einen engagierten Teaching Assistant, der sich leidenschaftlich für die Unterstützung neurodiverser Schüler einsetzt. Diese Rolle erfordert Empathie, Geduld und Kreativität, um Schüler mit verschiedenen zusätzlichen Bedürfnissen zu unterstützen. Sie arbeiten eng mit Lehrern und externen Agenturen zusammen, um individuelle Lernpläne zu erstellen und ein unterstützendes Umfeld zu fördern, das Vielfalt feiert. Wenn Sie eine positive Veränderung im Leben junger Menschen bewirken möchten, ist dies die perfekte Gelegenheit für Sie.

Benefits

Kostenlose Schulungen zur Kinderschutz

Flexible Arbeitszeiten

Unterstützung bei DBS-Überprüfungen

Qualifications

• Erfahrung oder Interesse an ALN und Neurodiversität.
• Kenntnisse über Autism, ADHD und traumainformierte Praxis.

Responsibilities

• Unterstützung von Schülern mit ALN im Klassenzimmer.
• Zusammenarbeit mit Lehrern zur Umsetzung individueller Lernpläne.

Skills

Empathie

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Flexibilität

Kenntnisse über ALN

Education

Erfahrung in der Arbeit mit Kindern

Kenntnisse über ALN-Rahmen

Tools

Kommunikationshilfen

Verhaltensunterstützungsstrategien

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Cardiff Secondary ALN, Cardiff

Client:

Teaching Personnel

Location:

Cardiff, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Education

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

14da2c1964e3

Job Views:

4

Posted:

02.05.2025

Expiry Date:

16.06.2025

Job Description:

Teaching Assistant (ALN Support) – Secondary School – Cardiff
Trial Period: Summer Term 2025 | Permanent Start: September 2025

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of neurodiverse young people? Do you have the empathy, patience, and creativity to support learners with a range of additional needs? Join Teaching Personnel and let us get you into an inclusive and forward-thinking secondary school in Cardiff as a Teaching Assistant (ALN Support)!

We are seeking a compassionate, resilient, and proactive individual to work alongside our dedicated team, supporting pupils with ALN, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, and other social, emotional, or communication needs.

The Role

• Provide tailored 1:1 or small group support to students with ALN
• Promote engagement, independence, and emotional well-being in the classroom
• Collaborate with teachers, ALNCo, and external agencies to implement personalised learning plans (IDPs)
• Foster an inclusive, supportive environment that recognises and celebrates neurodiversity
• Adapt resources and strategies to support pupils' sensory, communication, and behavioural needs

What We’re Looking For

We welcome applicants with experience or a keen interest in ALN and neurodiversity. The ideal candidate will be:

• Patient and empathetic, with a genuine commitment to pupil-centred support
• Calm under pressure, able to respond positively to challenging situations
• A strong communicator, building trusting relationships with students and staff
• Flexible and creative, using imaginative approaches to engage learners
• Knowledgeable or eager to learn about Autism, ADHD, sensory processing needs, and trauma-informed practice
• Passionate about equity, inclusion, and helping every child thrive
• Working with children/young people in an educational or support setting
• Awareness of ALN frameworks and legislation (e.g., ALN Code for Wales)
• Experience with communication aids, social stories, or behaviour support strategies
• Trial Period: Summer Term 2025 (dates to be confirmed)
• Start Date: September 2025 (subject to successful trial)
• Location: Cardiff
• Hours: Term-time only, part-time and full-time options available
• Salary: Dependent on experience and qualifications

Join a school where diversity is not just acknowledged but celebrated. Help shape the future of inclusive education in Cardiff.

To apply please follow the attached link
Closing Date: 25/5/2025
️ This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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Created on 02/05/2025 by TN United Kingdom