Teaching Assistant - Autistic Spectrum Condition - September 2025

Teaching Assistant – ALN Support (Autism, ADHD) – Secondary School – Cardiff
Trial: Summer Term 2025 | Permanent Role: September 2025

Are you looking for a rewarding Teaching Assistant job in Cardiff? Do you want to support young people with Additional Learning Needs (ALN) such as Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) in a dynamic and inclusive secondary school setting?

Join Teaching Personnel, a trusted education recruitment agency, and secure your role as a Secondary School Teaching Assistant – ALN Support in one of Cardiff’s forward-thinking schools.

About the Role – ALN Teaching Assistant

As an ALN Support Assistant, you will:

• Provide tailored in-class support to pupils with ALN under the guidance of the ALNCo and instruction of teachers.
• Deliver 1:1 and small group support to pupils with ALN, including neurodiverse learners and those with social, emotional, and behavioural needs
• Assist with individual development plans (IDPs) in collaboration with teachers, the ALNCo, and support services
• Use inclusive teaching strategies to support learners with sensory processing differences and communication needs
• Help create a safe, supportive classroom where all students can thrive and achieve
• Promote independence, engagement, and confidence in learning

Candidate Profile – What We’re Looking For:

Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant or looking to start a career in education, we’re keen to hear from you. Ideal candidates will be:

• Passionate about supporting students with additional learning needs
• Calm, empathetic, and resilient when managing challenging behaviour
• Great at building relationships with young people and colleagues
• Flexible and creative in adapting tasks and environments
• Interested in or knowledgeable about Autism, ADHD, trauma-informed practice, and inclusive education

✅ Desirable Skills and Experience:

• Experience in a school, SEN, or youth work environment
• Familiarity with the ALN Code for Wales or SEN frameworks
• Use of visual aids, communication tools, or behavioural support plans

Job Details:

• Trial Period: Summer Term 2025 (exact dates TBC)
• Start Date: September 2025 (permanent role subject to trial)
• Location: Cardiff, South Wales
• Role Type: Term-time only, with full-time and part-time options
• Salary: Competitive, based on experience and qualifications

Apply today to take the next step in your career supporting neurodiverse learners in Cardiff secondary schools. Let Teaching Personnel connect you with a role where you can truly make a difference.

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