ALN Teaching Assistant

ALN Teaching Assistant Start Date: April 2026 Location: NP12 Area Pay Rate: £92.95 per day (minimum) Job Type: Full-Time, Long-Term We are recruiting a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Additional Learning Needs (ALN) in a Primary School located in the NP12 area. This role begins in April 2026 and offers a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine impact on children’s learning and wellbeing. Role Responsibilities Provide 1:1 and small‑group support for pupils with ALN Assist with individual learning programmes created by the class teacher and ALNCo Support children with a variety of needs, including ASD, ADHD, communication difficulties and general learning delays Encourage positive behaviour and engagement in classroom activities Work closely with teachers, support staff and external agencies Help maintain an inclusive and safe learning environment Candidate Requirements Experience working with children, ideally in a school environment Understanding of ALN or a willingness to learn Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships A patient, supportive and proactive approach Ability to work well as part of a team What We Offer Minimum daily pay of £92.95 Long‑term placement with potential for extension Support from an experienced education consultant Access to additional training and development opportunities Start Date April 2026 – suitable for candidates seeking a new position for the Summer Term. How to Apply If you are enthusiastic about supporting children with ALN and want to make a meaningful difference in a Primary School setting, please apply with your CV today. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. 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. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website