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Welsh-Speaking ALN Teaching Assistant – Key Stage 2 (Year 5/6)

Location: Swansea SA2
Start Date: September 2025 (Trial required before end of Summer Term)
Job Type: Full-Time, Term Time Only
Contract: Temporary to Permanent for the right Candidate
Salary: Starting daily rate £89.38

Job Overview

We are recruiting a fluent Welsh-speaking ALN Teaching Assistant to work with Key Stage 2 pupils (Year 5/6) at a partnering friendly and inclusive primary school. The role begins in September 2025, with trial sessions scheduled for Summer Term 2025.

You will support pupils with Additional Learning Needs (ALN) through 1:1 interventions, small group work, and provide general classroom assistance when required.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver 1:1 and small group support to pupils with ALN in Year 5/6
Assist the class teacher with planning and adapting resources
Promote inclusive learning in line with the ALN Code
Record and report on pupil progress with SENCo guidance
Support classroom activities and whole-class learning when needed
Foster a safe, supportive, Welsh-speaking environment

Essential Requirements

✅ Fluent Welsh speaker (spoken and written)
✅ Experience supporting pupils with ALN or SEN, ideally in Key Stage 2
✅ Patient, caring, and committed to inclusive education
✅ Ability to work collaboratively as part of a school team

Desirable:

Knowledge of the ALN Act (Wales) 2021
Experience supporting pupils with ASD, ADHD, or speech and language needs
First Aid and/or safeguarding training

Why Join Us?

Supportive staff and leadership team
Excellent opportunities for training and development
A welcoming Welsh-medium environment
Rewarding role where you make a real difference

How to Apply

To apply for this Welsh-speaking ALN Teaching Assistant job, please send your CV and a cover letter to (url removed)

Safeguarding Statement

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

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.

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