ALN Teaching Assistant - Full-Time - Cardiff (Further Education)
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Days: Monday to Friday (Full-time)
Start Date: Now
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent or Long-term
Support Role: 1:1 and small group support for learners with ALN
Are you a patient, proactive, and compassionate individual with a passion for supporting young people with additional learning needs?
A welcoming and inclusive FE college in Cardiff, in partnership with Empowering Learning Cardiff, is seeking a dedicated ALN Teaching Assistant to join their learner support department from September 2025. the successful ALN Teaching Assistant will take on a full-time role, which provides a fantastic opportunity to make a lasting difference by supporting young adults (ages 16-25) with a range of needs, including autism, ADHD, learning difficulties, and social, emotional, and behavioural challenges.
As an ALN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with lecturers, support teams, and ALN coordinators to provide in-class and out-of-classroom support that promotes independence, engagement, and academic progress. The role may involve assisting with coursework, supporting transitions, and helping manage behaviours in line with individual support plans.
What We're Looking For:
Experience supporting learners with ALN/SEN (school, college, or care settings)
A calm, empathetic, and adaptable approach
Ability to work flexibly across curriculum areas and learner needs
Understanding of inclusive education and person-centred planning
A current DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)
This Cardiff school is known for its commitment to inclusive practice, vocational excellence, and creating positive pathways for young adults with diverse learning needs.
Empowering Learning Cardiff is proud to support the college in this important recruitment.
Empowering Learning offers competitive hourly rates, sector-specific CPD, and full support throughout your placement.
Empowering Learning is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of young people. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and subject to an Enhanced DBS check and two professional references