Teaching Assistant, Vale of Glamorgan

Job Description

Are you passionate about supporting students with additional learning needs? Do you want to make a real difference in the lives of young learners? We are looking for dedicated and empathetic Teaching Assistants to join our team and support the educational and personal development of students with a range of additional learning needs.

About the Role:
As a Teaching Assistant in Additional Learning Needs (ALN), you will work closely with our students, supporting them in the classroom and beyond. You will play a vital role in ensuring that all students have equal access to a broad and balanced curriculum, enabling them to achieve their full potential.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting students with additional learning needs in a variety of classroom settings.
• Assisting the class teacher in delivering tailored lessons and interventions.
• Providing one-to-one or small group support for students with individual learning plans.
• Monitoring and recording student progress, providing feedback to the teacher and parents.
• Promoting a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Helping with personal care and mobility needs where appropriate.
• Supporting students in developing social and emotional skills.

About You:
We are looking for candidates who are:

• Experienced in supporting students with additional learning needs (experience in SEN/ALN settings is desirable).
• Patient, compassionate, and able to build strong, supportive relationships with students.
• A good communicator, with the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Proactive and able to use initiative to meet the needs of students.
• Flexible and adaptable to meet the diverse needs of our learners.
• Ideally holding relevant qualifications (e.g., Teaching Assistant Level 2 or 3, or equivalent) or a willingness to work towards them.

Why Join Us?
At New Directions, we are committed to providing a supportive, inclusive, and stimulating environment for both our students and staff. As a member of our team, you will receive:

• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Supportive leadership and a welcoming school community.
• Opportunities to make a lasting impact on the lives of our students.
• A competitive salary and benefits package.

If you are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of young learners and meet the criteria above, we would love to hear from you!

New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.