Secondary School Teaching Assistant, ALN

Secondary School Teaching Assistant, ALN
Location: Barry, CF62
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: Part-time, flexible working, Monday – Friday, 8am – 3:30pm
Pay: £90-£95 per day, with potential for a higher rate from April

Teaching Personnel are recruiting for Additional Learning Needs (ALN) Secondary School Teaching Assistant in Barry, Vale of Glamorgan. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to work closely with pupils, teaching staff, and specialist teams to promote inclusion, independence, and positive learning outcomes.  If you have a strong desire to develop and support children with enthusiasm and care, we would love to hear from you.

A part time role perfect for students or anyone with other commitments that would be looking for flexibility in their lifestyle.

Job Overview – Secondary Additional Learning Needs (ALN) Teaching Assistant

• Upbeat and encouraging attitude when assisting pupils with basic classroom activities.
• Ability to build nurturing, trusting relationships with students, supporting both their academic growth and emotional wellbeing.
• Promoting positive behaviour and safe wellbeing.
• Effective communication with young people and teachers.
• Following safeguarding procedures, ensuring the welfare and safety of all students.
• Reporting pupils' progress or concerns and liaising with other School staff to ensure any needs are met.

Requirements

• Previous experience working with children or young people (desired but not required!)  
• Enhanced DBS certificate on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
• Registration with the Education Workforce Council (or willingness to obtain) – We can help you with this!
• Confidence to engage and maintain pupil’s concentration.
• A proactive, flexible, and reliable approach with strong communication skills, and the ability to engage positively and effectively with students and teachers.
• Understanding of safeguarding policies and a commitment to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children.
• Patience, calmness, and the ability to adapt to different situations.

Why Join Us?

• Rewarding, fulfilling role with the opportunity to make a tangible difference in students’ lives.
• Flexibility around your schedule.
• Join a supportive, inclusive team where your contribution is valued, and every day presents an opportunity to make an impact.
• Competitive rate of pay.

Ready to make an impact in education?

Take your first step into a meaningful and fulfilling role with Teaching Personnel. Submit your CV today!

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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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