ALN/SMEH Teaching Assistant - Newport & Surrounding Areas

The Role

• Support children with ALN/SEMH needs in the classroom
• Work alongside teachers to deliver personalised learning plans
• Help manage behaviour and support social and emotional development
• Assist with group and 1:1 interventions
• Maintain records of pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment

Who We're Looking For

• Experience working with children in a school or similar setting
• Knowledge or interest in ALN/SEMH support
• Ability to remain calm, patient, and confident when supporting pupils
• Good communication and organisational skills
• Registered with the Education Workforce Council (EWC), or willing to obtain registration prior to starting work

We welcome candidates from a variety of backgrounds, including:

• Graduates considering a career in education
• Teaching Assistants looking to specialise in ALN/SEMH support
• Youth workers, mentors, or coaches with experience supporting children

Aspire People Can Offer You

• Flexible work to suit your schedule
• Supportive schools that value strong pupil support
• Holiday pay you can use anytime
• Access to free CPD e-learning courses with certification, including safeguarding and behaviour management training
• A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement
• Generous referral bonus - up to £250 when your referral works 20 days for us

Placements are subject to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.