ALN Teaching Assistant - Swansea - ref. h26702319
Location: Swansea
Salary: £83.85 per day
Contract Type: Full-time/Part-time, Permanent/Temporary
Start Date: February 2025
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with additional learning needs? Teaching Personnel are looking for dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistants with ALN experience to join our team and provide valuable support to students with diverse learning needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide one-on-one and small group support to students with additional learning needs (ALN) across the curriculum.
- Assist the class teacher in planning and adapting lessons to meet the specific needs of ALN students.
- Help students develop independence in their learning and build essential life skills.
- Support students’ social and emotional development, promoting inclusion and positive behaviour.
- Work closely with the SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator) and other staff to implement individual learning plans (ILPs) and track progress.
- Assist with classroom management and provide support in ensuring a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment.
- Collaborate with parents and external professionals, maintaining strong communication and ensuring consistency in the support provided.
Key Requirements:
- Experience working with children with additional learning needs, preferably in a school or educational setting.
- A strong understanding of the challenges faced by ALN students and strategies to support their learning and development.
- Patience, empathy, and a genuine desire to support students in reaching their full potential.
- Excellent communication skills, both with students and colleagues, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, SEN qualification) are desirable but not essential.
- Ability to be flexible, creative, and proactive in finding solutions to meet the needs of individual students.
We Offer:
- A supportive and inclusive school environment where every child matters.
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
- A competitive salary and benefits package.
- The opportunity to work with a team of dedicated educators who are committed to the success and well-being of all students.
If you are enthusiastic about supporting children with additional learning needs and want to make a positive impact on their education, we’d love to hear from you!
How to Apply:Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and passion for working with ALN students to sara.thomas@teachingpersonnel.com.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be required to apply for a Child ONLY Enhanced DBS check.
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.
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