Job Description
Are you passionate about supporting children with Additional Learning Needs? New Directions Education is currently recruiting dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistants to work on a 1:1 basis in schools across Cardiff.
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a child’s educational journey by providing tailored support that helps them thrive both academically and emotionally.
The Role
As a 1:1 ALN Teaching Assistant, you will:
1. Provide individualised support to pupils with a range of additional learning needs, including ASD, ADHD, and behavioural or emotional needs
2. Assist in implementing personalised learning plans
3. Support the pupil’s engagement, confidence, and social development
4. Work closely with teachers, ALNCOs, and external professionals
5. Help create a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment
What We’re Looking For
6. Experience working with children or young people with ALN (school-based or similar settings)
7. A patient, empathetic, and resilient approach
8. Strong communication and teamwork skills
9. Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
10. Relevant qualifications (e.g. Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant) are desirable but not essential
What New Directions Education Ltd offers:
11. A dedicated and expert Account Manager
12. Regular and varied supply work
13. Competitive rates of pay
14. Potential long-term roles
15. Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
16. A network of branches across the UK
17. One of the preferred suppliers to all 22 local authorities in Wales under the All Wales Framework Agreement
18. We are the major teaching supply agency for Welsh speaking teachers across Wales
19. Recommend-a-friend scheme
20. Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry
We are fully committed to the protection of children and vulnerable adults. All applicants must undertake a full enhanced DBS check.
Please select Apply Now to enquire about this job vacancy with New Directions Education Ltd, Cardiff West branch.
New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.