Welsh-Medium Learning Support Assistant

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Merthyr Tydfil; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rate

PAYE pay with no umbrella deductions

Free CPD training

£50 Refer-a-Friend bonus

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking a caring, Welsh-speaking Welsh-medium Learning Support Assistant to support pupils with ALN in welcoming primary schools across Merthyr Tydfil.

This rewarding role offers the opportunity to make a genuine impact on young learners by helping them access education, build confidence, develop key life skills, and reach their full potential within an inclusive and supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Fluent in Welsh and able to communicate with pupils, staff and parents.
• Experience working with children or young people, ALN/SEN experience desirable but not essential.
• Patient, adaptable and resilient.
• Ability to build strong relationships with pupils, staff and families.
• Excellent communication skills and a positive attitude.
• Passionate about helping children achieve their individual goals.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with ALN both in and outside the classroom.
• Communicate confidently in Welsh with pupils, staff, and parents.
• Deliver one-to-one and small-group interventions.
• Encourage positive behaviour, independence, and social development.
• Assist with sensory activities and tailored learning programmes.
• Work closely with teachers and ALN coordinators to support pupil progress.
• Help create a safe, engaging, and nurturing learning environment.

Skills

Welsh language

Experience with children

Job description

Welsh-Medium Learning Support Assistant

Pay: £92.63 - £100 per day
Contract: Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available
Working Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm

Make a Difference Through the Welsh Language

Teaching Personnel is seeking a caring, resilient, and enthusiastic Welsh-speaking Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Additional Learning Needs (ALN) in welcoming primary schools across Merthyr Tydfil.

This rewarding role offers the opportunity to make a genuine impact on young learners by helping them access education, build confidence, develop key life skills, and reach their full potential within an inclusive and supportive environment.

The Role

As a Welsh-speaking Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support pupils with ALN both in and outside the classroom
• Communicate confidently in Welsh with pupils, staff, and parents
• Deliver one-to-one and small-group interventions
• Encourage positive behaviour, independence, and social development
• Assist with sensory activities and tailored learning programmes
• Work closely with teachers, ALN coordinators, and external professionals to support pupil progress
• Help create a safe, engaging, and nurturing learning environment

About You

We're looking for someone who:

• Is fluent in Welsh
• Has experience working with children or young people (ALN/SEN experience desirable but not essential)
• Is patient, adaptable, and resilient
• Can build strong relationships with pupils, staff, and families
• Has excellent communication skills and a positive attitude
• Is passionate about supporting children to achieve their individual goals

Why Choose Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive daily rate starting at £92.63 per day
• Weekly PAYE pay with no umbrella company deductions
• Support from a dedicated Education Consultant throughout your placement
• Access to FREE CPD training, including Safeguarding, Autism Awareness, Behaviour Management, Team Teach, and more
• £50 Refer-a-Friend Bonus for every successful referral
• Long-term and permanent opportunities available
• Flexible work to fit around your schedule and career goals

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 DBS and reference checks.

All applicants must have the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please visit the Teaching Personnel website for further details. All quoted pay rates include statutory holiday pay and are subject to successful completion of registration and safeguarding checks.