Additional Learning Needs Co-ordinator

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Torfaen Pupil Referral Unit, established in June 2009, provides high-quality education for children and young people who are facing social, emotional, and/or behavioural difficulties. This includes those who have been permanently excluded from mainstream education or are currently awaiting a managed move to a more suitable educational setting. We are seeking a dynamic, innovative, and inspiring Additional Learning Needs Coordinator (ALNCo) to join our leadership team and play a pivotal role in shaping the educational experiences of our students.

The successful candidate will demonstrate resilience, creativity, and flexibility, with a strong commitment to fostering inclusive educational practices that cater to the diverse needs of our learners. As ALNCo, you will lead the development and implementation of tailored strategies designed to support students with additional learning needs, ensuring that they can effectively overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential in a nurturing environment.

Your role will involve close collaboration with teaching staff and the School Leadership Team to enhance curriculum delivery across Key Stages 3 and 4. You will oversee individual and group interventions, manage classroom dynamics, and facilitate outreach to mainstream schools, ensuring that our students receive the support they need to thrive both academically and socially. This role carries a teaching commitment of up to 0.5.

Candidates should possess a relevant qualification in special educational needs or a related field and demonstrate a genuine passion for inclusive education. Strong organisational skills, the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues, and a commitment to continuous professional development are essential attributes for this role. You will be expected to stay abreast of the latest educational research and best practices to effectively lead initiatives that promote inclusivity.

If you are motivated to make a significant difference in a progressive and innovative educational environment, we welcome your application. For an informal discussion about the role and the exciting opportunities it presents, please contact Head Teacher, Sarah Pugh. We look forward to hearing from you and exploring how you can contribute to our mission of providing exceptional support and education to our students.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. A comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants, which will include an Enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Registration with the Education Workforce Council is required for this post.

Closing Date: Wednesday 29th April 2026

Shortlisting: Thursday 30th April 2026

Interviews: w.c 4th May 2026

When applying please use the Supporting Statement section of the application form to demonstrate how you fit the criteria for the position.

Torfaen County Borough Council strives to be a fair, supportive and effective employer. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. The Council expects all employees, paid or unpaid, to share this commitment. We value the range of experiences that a diverse workforce brings and therefore we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and under-represented groups.

Welsh Language Skills are desirable for this post but not essential. You are welcome to submit your application in English or in Welsh. Each application will be treated equally.

We are a registered Disability Confident Leader and are committed to the employment and career development of disabled people. Our Guaranteed Interview scheme guarantees that people with disabilities will be invited to interview, so long as they meet the essential requirements for the role. If you have a health condition, are neurodivergent, or use British sign language, and need to discuss reasonable adjustments, please contact the recruiting manager. We can only work with you to arrange adjustments if we are made aware of your requirements prior to your application submission, test or interview.

Safeguarding Statement

Torfaen Pupil Referral Unit is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to understand and share this commitment. We have a shared commitment to develop a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated. We welcome all applications, including those from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.