Welsh Speaking ALN Teaching Assistant - Torfaen | September

Aspire People; Pontypool; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay from £90/day

Flexible hours

Holiday pay

CPD training

Consultant support

Job summary

Aspire People is recruiting a Welsh Speaking ALN Teaching Assistant to support pupils in Torfaen. The role involves 1:1 and small-group support and working through Welsh where required.

Ideal candidates have experience with children or young people; ALN/SEND experience is desirable. This role offers flexible opportunities, holiday pay, CPD training, and dedicated consultant support throughout placement.

Qualifications

• Fluent Welsh speaker essential.
• Experience working with children or young people required.
• ALN/SEND experience desirable.
• Patient, resilient and adaptable approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with ALN.
• Support pupils through the medium of Welsh where required.
• Assist teachers with learning activities and classroom routines.
• Encourage positive behaviour, confidence and independence.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and school staff.
• Support pupils to access learning and reach individual goals.

Skills

Welsh speaking

ALN/SEND experience

1:1 support

Pupil engagement

Job description

Welsh Speaking ALN Teaching Assistant - Torfaen

Torfaen

From £90 per day (dependent on experience)

Full-Time, Part-Time & Flexible Opportunities Available

September 2026 Start | Long-Term & Supply Roles

Are you a Welsh-speaking Teaching Assistant with experience supporting children or young people with additional learning needs?

We're recruiting a dedicated Welsh Speaking ALN Teaching Assistant for opportunities across Torfaen. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced ALN TA or someone with transferable experience who is passionate about helping pupils develop their confidence, independence and learning.

The Role

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with ALN
• Support pupils through the medium of Welsh where required
• Assist teachers with learning activities and classroom routines
• Encourage positive behaviour, confidence and independence
• Build positive relationships with pupils and school staff
• Support pupils to access learning and reach their individual goals

Transferable Experience We Value

• Support Workers
• Residential Children's Workers
• Youth Workers
• Sports Coaches
• Childcare Practitioners
• Psychology, Education, Social Work & Health & Social Care Students/Graduates
• Scouts & Guides Leaders
• Cadet Instructors
• Volunteers with experience supporting children or young people

Who We're Looking For

• Fluent Welsh speaker - essential
• Experience working with children or young people is essential
• ALN/SEND experience is desirable
• Patient, resilient and adaptable approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one

What Aspire People Can Offer You

• Competitive rates from £90 per day
• Full-time, part-time and flexible opportunities
• Long-term and day-to-day supply work
• Holiday pay available
• Free CPD training including safeguarding
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.