SEN Teaching Assistant

1:1 ALN Support Assistant Location: Newport Contract: Full-time Start: September 2026 Salary: From £92.63 per day Progression: Long-term placement with permanent opportunities available The Role: Teaching Personnel are seeking a dedicated 1:1 Support Assistant to work alongside a pupil with Additional Learning Needs (ALN) within a welcoming primary school in Newport. The successful candidate will provide tailored support to help the child access learning, build confidence, and achieve individual targets whilst developing positive relationships throughout the school day. Responsibilities: • Providing dedicated 1:1 support throughout the school day • Supporting academic, social and emotional development • Implementing individual support plans • Encouraging participation in classroom activities • Building positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents • Recording progress and providing feedback to teaching staff What We're Looking For: • Experience supporting children or young people • Knowledge of ALN, Autism or additional support needs • A calm and patient approach • Strong interpersonal skills • Ability to adapt to individual pupil requirements • Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one What We Offer: • Competitive rates of pay • Long-term placement opportunities • Ongoing support and training • Dedicated consultant support • Flexible PAYE payment options How to Apply: Apply now with your CV or send directly to . 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.