ALN Support & Engagement Assistant

Location: Ystrad Mynach, South Wales
Pay Rate: £92.63 per day
Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm
Contract: Full Academic Year

⭐ ALN Support & Engagement Assistant – Make a Real Impact Every Day

Are you driven to help young people overcome challenges and unlock their full potential?
We’re looking for a ALN Support & Engagement Assistant to support pupils aged 3–19 with:

• Behavioural, Emotional and Social Difficulties (BESD)
• Autism Spectrum Conditions
• Specific learning difficulties
• Complex additional needs

In this hands‑on role, you’ll work flexibly across all key stages, supporting learners who may struggle to engage in mainstream settings. Your focus will be helping pupils feel safe, understood, and ready to thrive—whether through tailored 1:1 support, behaviour management strategies, or building positive, trusting relationships.

You’ll work closely with teachers and pastoral staff to create a safe, structured and positive learning environment where every student feels seen, supported and capable of success.

Every day is different, fast‑paced and meaningful — and your support can truly change a young person’s path.

Who We’re Looking For

Someone with:

• Experience supporting individuals with SEN and challenging behaviours (Essential)
• Experience with children, support work, youth work, care, mentoring or coaching
• Confidence and resilience during challenging moments
• A calm, patient and consistent approach
• Understanding of ALN/SEMH needs
• A genuine passion for helping young people grow emotionally and academically

✅ Requirements

(We’ll help you with the process!)

• Age 18+
• Education Workforce Council (EWC) registration
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service
• Minimum of two professional references covering 24 months of employment

⭐ Why Join Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive daily pay
• Weekly PAYE
• A dedicated consultant for ongoing support throughout your placement
• Free CPD training (behaviour management, safeguarding & more)
• Opportunities to completed Team Teach course!
• Long‑term and permanent opportunities – we will get you what you want!

Ready to Help Young People Thrive?

If you’re passionate about making a real difference and becoming a steady, positive role model, we want to hear from you.

Send your CV today to millie.crocker@teachingpersonnel.com and take the first step as a ALN Support & Engagement Assistant

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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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