Job Title: Teaching Assistant ALN
Location: Cardiff
Start Date: September
Salary: £14.25 per hour
Do you have experience supporting pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD)?
Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact within secondary education?
Do you possess the resilience and patience required to support young people in a challenging yet rewarding environment?
TeacherActive is proud to collaborate with a mainstream secondary school based in Cardiff. This inner-city school serves a community facing socioeconomic challenges and is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive atmosphere for both pupils and staff. The team works collaboratively to address challenges directly, ensuring students receive comprehensive academic and emotional support throughout their education.
The school is seeking a full-time Teaching Assistant ALN on a long-term contract commencing in September. The successful candidate will support secondary-aged pupils with PMLD, working closely with class teachers and the wider ALN department to facilitate access to learning within a safe and nurturing environment. The ideal Teaching Assistant will be proactive, patient, and adaptable to meet the diverse needs of the classroom.
Key attributes of the successful Teaching Assistant ALN include:
Experience supporting children or young people with PMLD
A caring and patient disposition
Excellent communication and collaborative skills
Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues
A proactive and flexible approach to supporting learning
Experience working within a secondary school or ALN setting
In return, you will receive:
A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to support you through a seamless onboarding process
Guaranteed Payment Scheme Terms and Conditions apply
Access to CPD courses and certificates via the My-Progression channel
Competitive, market-leading rates of pay
TeacherActive Referral Scheme – receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply
Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, ensuring the correct deductions for Tax and National Insurance. There are no hidden admin fees, so you keep more of your hard-earned pay.
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TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.
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