At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with additional learning needs in a rewarding school environment.
- Company: Teaching Personnel, dedicated to making a difference in education.
- Benefits: Weekly pay, training opportunities, and support for your career growth.
- Other info: Flexible hours during term-time with potential for long-term roles.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on young lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Experience in care, youth work, or education is a plus but not essential.
The predicted salary is between 23400 - 29910 £ per year.
Location: Newport, South Wales
Pay: £465 - £550 weekly pay (depending on role)
Hours: School hours, Monday to Friday
Contract: September 2026, term-time only
Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to children and young people? Teaching Personnel is recruiting caring, patient and reliable SEN/ALN Teaching Assistants to work in specialist schools and additional learning needs provisions across Newport from September 2026. This is a brilliant opportunity for anyone interested in teaching, psychology, care, therapy, youth work or pastoral support.
What you’ll be doing
- You will work closely with pupils who may have autism, communication needs, physical disabilities, sensory needs or social and emotional difficulties.
- Your day may include:
- Providing one-to-one and small-group support
- Helping pupils access classroom activities
- Encouraging communication, confidence and independence
- Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour
- Using visual resources and alternative communication methods
- Following individual learning and support plans
- Supporting pupils during sensory activities and social times
- Assisting with personal care where required
No two days are the same, but every day gives you the chance to make a positive impact.
Who we’re looking for
Previous school experience is helpful, but it is not essential. We would love to hear from you if you have experience through:
- Care or support work
- Youth work
- Childcare
- Sports coaching
- Mental health support
- Psychology or education studies
- Volunteering
- Supporting a family member with additional needs
You should be patient, compassionate, adaptable and confident building positive relationships with young people.
Requirements
- Aged 18 or over
- Eligible to work in the UK
- Willing to complete an Enhanced DBS check
- Willing to register with the Education Workforce Council
- Able to provide professional references
- Committed to completing safeguarding and compliance training
Why work with Teaching Personnel?
- Weekly PAYE pay
- Dedicated consultant support
- Free and discounted CPD training
- Support with your DBS and EWC registration
- Long-term and permanent opportunities
- Valuable SEN and ALN experience
- Excellent preparation for careers in teaching, psychology, therapy, care or youth work
Ready to make a difference? Apply today with your latest CV and begin your journey towards a rewarding SEN/ALN Teaching Assistant role in Newport this September. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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