SEN / ALN Teaching Assistants New

Location: Pembrokeshire, Wales
Job Type: Full‑time / Part‑time / Day‑to‑day supply
✨ Flexible opportunities to suit your lifestyle
Pay: £92.63 per day

Teaching Personnel is proud to partner with a range of schools across Pembrokeshire, recruiting dedicated and compassionate SEN / ALN Teaching Assistants to support pupils with additional learning needs.

This is a highly rewarding opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of children and young people, supporting them both academically and emotionally.

You will support learners with a range of needs, including:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
• ADHD
• Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH)
• Moderate to Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD / SLD)
• Physical and/or sensory needs

Opportunities are available in both mainstream schools and specialist provisions, working either 1:1 or with small groups.

• Provide tailored support to pupils with ALN to help them access learning and reach their full potential
• Follow and implement strategies from Individual Development Plans (IDPs)
• Encourage positive behaviour, engagement, and independence
• Support pupils’ emotional wellbeing and social development
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals
• Assist with personal care where required (full training provided)

We’re looking for individuals who are passionate about supporting young people and can bring patience, adaptability, and empathy to the role.

✔ Experience working with children or young people with SEN / ALN (desirable)
✔ Calm, nurturing, and resilient approach
✔ Strong communication and teamwork skills
✔ Ability to adapt to different school settings and needs
✔ Relevant qualifications are beneficial but not essential
✔ Welsh language skills are advantageous but not required

We also welcome applicants from backgrounds such as:

• Care or support work
• Youth work
• Psychology or education graduates
• Individuals with personal or voluntary SEN experience

• Competitive daily rates, paid weekly
• Dedicated and supportive local consultant
• Exclusive access to CPD training, including SEN‑specific courses and behaviour management training
• Opportunity to gain Team Teach Level 2 training at a highly discounted rate
• Clear pathways for career progression
• Opportunities for long‑term, short‑term, and permanent placements
• Access to a wide network of schools across Pembrokeshire

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to:

• An enhanced DBS check (support provided if needed)
• Comprehensive safeguarding checks in line with Welsh Government guidance

Apply today through Teaching Personnel or speak to your local consultant to find out more about current SEN / ALN opportunities in Pembrokeshire.