Teaching Assistant

Are you looking for a rewarding role as a Teaching Assistant for pupils with ALN?

Teaching Personnel is currently in search of a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a primary school in Cwmbran, helping to support pupils with Additional Learning Needs. We are seeking an enthusiastic educator capable of fostering positive relationships with both students and staff. This role will require supporting a class of pupils alongside fellow teaching assistants under the class teacher, you will also be required to support pupils with Additional Learning Needs (ALN).

ALN Teaching Assistant responsibilities:

• Proactively prepare the classroom to support the classroom teacher.
• Facilitate independent working while promoting social interaction and engagement.
• Offer social and emotional support to pupils.
• Establish trusting relationships with students, tailoring interactions to their individual needs and personalities.
• Adhere to the school's safeguarding and protection policies.
• Address any behavioural issues that may arise.
• Supervise small group activities, including reading and writing sessions.
• Undertake various administrative tasks as needed, such as photocopying.

Whilst having experience working with children who have ALN in a professional setting is desirable, we welcome applications from people who have personal experience or someone who is willing to fully engage and develop skills in the area.

A Successful Teaching Assistant will require:

• To be registered with the EWC (Education Workforce Council)
• Hold a Child only DBS certificate that is registered on the Update System.
• Provide 2 professional references covering 24 months.
• To be strong and resilient when facing challenging behaviour.

Job Title: ALN Teaching Assistant

Location: Cwmbran

Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30 – 15:30

Pay: Minimum £12.90 per hour

Start: May 2024

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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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