Children's Support Worker → School-Based ALN Role Location: Barry Pay: £92 - £100 per day Contract: Full-time & Part-time | Long-term opportunities | Term-time only Start Dates: Immediate and September Have you worked as a Support Worker, Care Assistant, or in a role supporting individuals with additional needs, and are now considering a move into education? We are currently working with a number of ALN schools and specialist provisions in Barry that are seeking caring, reliable individuals to support pupils who require additional assistance to access learning. These pupils may have a range of needs, including Autism (ASD), Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD), complex learning difficulties, sensory processing needs, physical disabilities, behavioural needs, or medical requirements. This is an excellent opportunity to transfer your existing skills into a school-based setting, where your experience can make a meaningful difference in pupils' educational journeys. In this position, you will: - Work closely with teachers and specialist staff to support pupils on a 1:1 basis or in small groups Work closely with teachers and specialist staff to support pupils on a 1:1 basis or in small groups - Help pupils remain engaged, regulated, and confident throughout the school day Help pupils remain engaged, regulated, and confident throughout the school day - Provide emotional support to create a safe and positive learning environment Provide emotional support to create a safe and positive learning environment - Support with personal care, mobility, and sensory needs, depending on the setting Support with personal care, mobility, and sensory needs, depending on the setting - Build consistent and trusting relationships with pupils to support their development Build consistent and trusting relationships with pupils to support their development This role is ideal for individuals with experience in: - Residential care Residential care - Healthcare or community support Healthcare or community support - Behaviour support roles Behaviour support roles - Complex care or mental health support Complex care or mental health support If you have worked as a Support Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Behaviour Support Worker, or similar, many of your skills-such as patience, empathy, and adaptability-will transfer seamlessly into the classroom. Many professionals transitioning from care into education value the structured routine and improved work-life balance, including: - Working hours typically 8:30am - 3:30pm Working hours typically 8:30am - 3:30pm - Term-time only schedules Term-time only schedules - No night shifts or extended hours No night shifts or extended hours - A consistent and supportive daily routine A consistent and supportive daily routine We work closely with ALN schools across South Wales, supporting them in finding dedicated staff who can make a real difference. We are committed to placing individuals in roles where they feel both valued and supported. When working with us, you can expect: - Weekly pay Weekly pay - Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant - Clear and consistent communication Clear and consistent communication - Guidance around safeguarding and compliance Guidance around safeguarding and compliance - Opportunities for long-term placements within schools Opportunities for long-term placements within schools Schools are currently arranging interviews for both immediate vacancies and September starts, so early applications are encouraged. If you have experience supporting individuals with ASD, PMLD, or complex needs, and are interested in transitioning into a school environment, we would be delighted to hear from you.