September Start: Early Years Teaching Assistant - ALN Support | Newport

Location: Newport
Start Date: September 2025
Pay: From £89 per day (pro-rata for part-time)
Hours: Monday-Friday | Full and half days available

A friendly and inclusive primary school in Newport is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support pupils in Nursery and Reception, focusing on children with Additional Learning Needs (ALN). This role starts in September 2025 and offers a chance to make a meaningful difference in the early years of education.

The Role

You'll be working in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), providing tailored support to pupils with ALN on a 1:1 basis or in small groups. Your aim will be to help children access learning through structured play, clear routines, and consistent encouragement.

Support may include pupils with:

Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)

Speech, Language & Communication Needs (SLCN)

Social, Emotional & Mental Health (SEMH) needs

Developmental or sensory processing challenges

Key responsibilities:

Supporting daily learning and classroom routines

Helping implement support plans (IDPs or EHCPs)

Promoting emotional wellbeing and communication

Encouraging engagement through play-based learning

✅ Who We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is:

Patient, caring, and reliable

Confident supporting children with additional needs

Passionate about inclusion and early education

Experienced in a school or care setting (personal ALN experience is also valued)

Familiar with the EYFS curriculum and early learning methods

Requirements

Registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC)

A Child-Only Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

Two professional references from the last 24 months

Why This Role Matters

Early support is essential to children's development. Your care and consistency can help pupils build confidence, independence, and a strong foundation for future learning.

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

Supportive school team with a focus on inclusion

Flexible work options to suit your availability

Access to free training and ongoing support

A rewarding opportunity to positively impact young learners

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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