YSGOL FRIARS, BANGOR

Wanted: For : As soon as possible. 

ADDITIONAL LEARNING NEEDS SUPPORT OFFICER (ALN)

Permanent Position.

Salary scale and hours: GS3 scale, points 5-6 (£23,364 - £24,055 a year) based on experience and qualification. Pay is based on 37 hours per week, 40 weeks per year (school term including INSET days).

DBS Disclosure Level: Advanced

Accountable to: Additional Learning Needs Co-ordinator (ALNCO)

Are you passionate about helping young people succeed?

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our team as an Additional Learning Needs Support Officer (ALN). We are looking for a kind, organised and reliable individual who will play a key role in supporting pupils with Additional Learning Needs in a busy and successful secondary school.

You will work closely with the ALNCO, school staff, families and external agencies to ensure pupils are given the right support to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

What will the role involve?

You will:

• Maintain and update ALN records, assessment information and pupil profiles.

• Help organise and administer ALN meetings with parents, carers and professionals.

• Support pupils to voice their views, identify their strengths and develop their independence.

• Co-ordinate arrangements and provision that form part of Individual Development Plans (IDPs).

• Communicate effectively with staff, families and external agencies.

• Gather feedback and support ongoing improvements to the school's ALN provision.

• Ensure that all work is carried out with professionalism, confidentiality and a strong commitment to safeguarding.

We are looking for someone who:

• Have an understanding and empathy towards the needs of learners with ALN.

• Able to build positive relationships with young people.

• Possesses excellent communication skills.

• Organised, accurate and able to prioritise workload.

• Confident in using IT systems and databases.

• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

• Understands the importance of protection and confidentiality.

What we offer

This is a worthwhile opportunity to make a real difference to young people's lives while working in a supportive and professional environment. Training and continuing professional development opportunities will be available to the successful candidate.

CLOSING DATE: 10:00 AM, FRIDAY, 27 NOVEMBER 2026

Join us and help ensure that all pupils have the support they need to succeed.

The applicant will need to meet the linguistic level set out in the Person Specification. 

Safeguarding

The Council will request a copy of the disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and confirmation of registration with the Education Workforce Council from the successful candidate before they can take up this post.

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of children and young people and expects all of its staff and volunteers to share this commitment.