Teaching Assistant - Opportunities Across Merthyr Tydfil

Teaching Personnel; Merthyr Tydfil; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

Flexible work to fit lifestyle

Long-term and permanent opportunities

Dedicated consultant support

Free CPD and ALN training

Opportunities across Merthyr Tydfil

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. are recruiting dedicated ALN Teaching Assistants to support pupils with additional learning needs across Merthyr Tydfil.

The role offers a variety of full-time and part-time placements in supportive primary schools and the chance to develop skills within education. You'll provide 1:1 and small group support, work with teachers to implement strategies, and help create an inclusive, nurturing classroom.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with ALN or SEN.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to adapt approaches for individual pupil needs.
• Patient, resilient, and committed to helping every child succeed.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with ALN.
• Support pupils with learning, communication, behavioural, and emotional needs.
• Collaborate with teachers and the wider school team to implement strategies.
• Help create a positive, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment.
• Encourage pupil engagement, independence, and confidence.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.

Skills

ALN/SEN experience

Communication skills

Adaptability

Patience and resilience

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Opportunities Across Merthyr Tydfil

Location: Merthyr Tydfil
Pay: Starting from £92.63 per day
Contract: Full-Time and Part-Time Opportunities Available

Are you passionate about supporting children with Additional Learning Needs (ALN) and making a real difference in the classroom?

Teaching Personnel is working with a number of supportive primary schools across Merthyr Tydfil who are looking for dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistants to support pupils with a range of additional learning needs. Whether you're an experienced ALN Teaching Assistant or looking to build your experience within education, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

As an ALN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with additional learning needs.
• Support pupils with learning, communication, behavioural, and emotional needs.
• Work closely with teachers and the wider school team to implement support strategies.
• Help create a positive, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment.
• Encourage pupil engagement, independence, and confidence.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to teaching staff where required.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience supporting children with ALN, SEN, or additional behavioural needs.
• Has worked within a school, childcare, care, youth work, or similar setting.
• Is patient, resilient, and committed to helping every child succeed.
• Demonstrates strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Can adapt their approach to meet individual pupil needs.
• Has a genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners.

Why Work Through Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive weekly pay through PAYE.
• Flexible work to suit your lifestyle and availability.
• Access to long-term and permanent opportunities.
• A dedicated consultant providing ongoing support.
• Free access to CPD and specialist ALN training courses.
• Opportunities to work within a range of schools across Merthyr Tydfil.

Important Information

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to the appropriate vetting process, including:

• Enhanced Child Workforce DBS Check
• Professional references covering recent employment history
• Registration with the Education Workforce Council (where applicable)