ALN Support Assistant

ALN Support Assistant 

Full Time

Cardiff

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Additional Learning Needs (ALN) Support Assistant to provide one-to-one support for a child with additional needs in a Primary School in Cardiff. You will work closely with the child to create a positive, nurturing learning environment and ensure they receive the guidance they need to thrive both academically and socially.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide tailored support for a child with ALN, ensuring their individual educational and emotional needs are met.
• Assist with classroom activities and help the child engage with the curriculum.
• Work collaboratively with the class teacher, SENCO, and other staff to develop and implement personalised learning strategies.
• Encourage independence, self-confidence, and positive behaviour in the child.
• Monitor and record the child’s progress, offering feedback to teachers and parents/carers.
• Support the child during break times and extra-curricular activities as required.

Requirements:

• Experience working with children or a desire to get stuck in and hit the ground running.
• A patient, empathetic approach with excellent communication skills.
• The ability to build strong relationships with children, staff, and families.
• A positive attitude and commitment to promoting inclusion and equal opportunities for all pupils.
• Understanding of ALN and strategies to support children with a range of needs (training will be provided).

Desirable:

• Experience working in a school or childcare setting.

If you have a passion for helping children with additional learning needs and want to make a positive impact in a child’s life, we would love to hear from you!

Please click apply if you are interested or call our office on 02921 152423.

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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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