Additional Learning Needs Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Additional Learning Needs Teaching Assistant
Location: Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales
Salary: £92.59 per day minimum

Job Description:
A leading Additional Learning Needs school in Aberdare is seeking a dedicated and experienced Additional Learning Needs Teaching Assistant to join their team. This full-time position offers a rewarding opportunity to support learners with ASD, PDA, Global Delay Disorder, and challenging behaviour. If you are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children with additional needs, this role provides an excellent platform to do so.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support and supervise learners with ASD, PDA, Global Delay Disorder, or challenging behaviour
• Assist learners at the start and end of the school day
• Help staff prepare classrooms for lessons
• Work with learners in small groups or on a 1:1 basis
• Support the delivery of lessons alongside the class teacher
• Assist learners during break times and lunchtimes
• Engage learners in classroom and out-of-classroom activities
• Follow the school's behaviour management policies

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 months experience working with children in schools, nurseries, or childcare settings
• Registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC) (support available)
• Current Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to obtain one
• References covering the last two years (no gaps)
• Right to work in the UK

Benefits:

• Competitive daily rate of £92.59
• Supportive working environment
• Opportunities for professional development
• Ongoing support from dedicated consultants

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