Teaching Assistant – ALN/SEN & Personal Care

Location: Chepstow (NP26)
Contract: Full-Time (Monday–Friday)
Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm
Start Date: September 2026
Pay: Competitive Weekly Pay

Teaching Personnel is working alongside a welcoming Primary school in Chepstow (NP26) to recruit a compassionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Additional Learning Needs (ALN/SEN) from September.

This rewarding role involves providing 1:1 support for pupils with complex additional needs, including assisting with personal care, such as changing nappies, toileting and supporting with feeding where required. We are looking for someone who is caring, patient and comfortable providing this level of support with dignity and respect.

About the Role

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for pupils with ALN/SEN
• Assist with personal care, including toileting, changing nappies and feeding
• Support pupils with communication, emotional regulation and daily routines
• Work closely with the class teacher, ALNCo and wider support team
• Help implement individual learning and behaviour support plans
• Create a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment
• Encourage pupils' independence, confidence and overall development

The Ideal Candidate

• Comfortable providing personal care in a respectful and professional manner
• Patient, caring and compassionate
• Confident working on a 1:1 basis with children who require additional support
• Calm under pressure and able to manage challenging situations positively
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Able to follow care plans, behaviour support strategies and professional guidance
• Reliable, adaptable and a proactive team player
• Passionate about helping every child achieve their full potential

Previous experience supporting children with ALN/SEN or working in care is desirable but not essential. We welcome applicants with transferable skills and a genuine passion for supporting children.

What We Offer

• Competitive weekly pay
• Free safeguarding and CPD training
• Ongoing support from your dedicated consultant
• Long-term opportunities within supportive Primary schools
• The chance to make a meaningful difference every day

Requirements

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
• Two professional references covering the last two years
• Right to work in the UK

Our Vetting Process

At Teaching Personnel, safeguarding is our highest priority. All successful applicants must complete our comprehensive vetting process, including Enhanced DBS checks, safeguarding training, employment references and all required compliance checks before being cleared to work.

If you're a caring and dedicated individual looking for a rewarding role supporting children with additional learning needs, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to join Teaching Personnel and begin your journey this September!

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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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