Additional Learning Needs Support Officer (0-25) - Early Years

Salary: £33,344 - £37,817

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About the vacancy

Vacancy ID: 3467

Organisation:

Carmarthenshire County Council

Number of vacancies:

1

Contract type:

Permanent Term Time Only

Location:

Carmarthenshire

Grade:

Grade G +4%

Salary:

£33,344 - £37,817

If part time and/or term time, the full time salary quoted (based on 37hrs) will be pro-rata'd accordingly

Hourly Rate :

£17.28 - £19.60

Contract Hours

37 hours

Come and join our team

We are seeking an enthusiastic, self-motivated individual to work as part of the Additional Learning Needs Team within Education and Children's Services, with a specific focus on supporting learners in Early Years. The role will involve working closely with colleagues across the Inclusion Department, schools, settings, third sector organisations, to support effective transition planning and provision.

The successful candidate will promote and embed a person-centred approach, ensuring that learner aspirations, views, and outcomes are central to all planning and decision-making. They will guide and support practitioners to develop their understanding of Early Years, ensuring that learners with Additional Learning Needs (ALN) access appropriate, meaningful progression opportunities.

We are looking for a suitably experienced professional with NVQ Level 4 or equivalent, alongside appropriate ICT skills. The individual will demonstrate a strong understanding of the needs of learners with ALN in Early Years, including knowledge of a range of education, training, and employment pathways. They will show commitment, resilience, and a determination to secure positive outcomes for young people, working collaboratively with families and partner agencies.

For an informal discussion or further information regarding this position, please contact: Tracey Davies Email: TJDavies@carmarthenshire.gov.uk

Job Description:

ALN Support Officer - Early Years JP-PS (035910).pdf - 157KB Opens in a new window

Expected date of interview:

16 July 2026

DBS level:

An Enhanced with Barred List Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be requested for this job. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children or adults at risk

Welsh language level - verbal

Level 3 - You will need a good level of conversational Welsh. Reasonable support can be provided on appointment to reach this level

Closing Date: 08/07/2026, 23:55

The Rewards

We're proud to offer a range of benefits to our staff. Please note that the examples shown are just some of what may be available, and eligibility can vary depending on your role or contract type. For instance, certain benefits may not apply to casual workers .

• Competitive salary
• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlement with the option of purchasing addition annual leave
• Access to staff health and wellbeing support
• Personal development and career progression
• Staff discount schemes and other benefits e.g., cycle-to-work scheme
• Flexible working and family friendly policies

Additional Information

We are committed to safe and fair recruitment, safeguarding, and protecting those we care for and serve. We make sure all our staff are vetted, selected, trained, and supervised fairly and to a high standard so that they can provide safe, effective, and compassionate care.

Please note, we have a legal obligation to consider employees for suitable alternative employment if their posts are at risk; prior consideration will be given to existing employees who meet the essential criteria and are registered on our redeployment pool.

Eligibility: You will be asked about your nationality and if you are legally allowed to work in the United Kingdom. This is to find out if you are eligible to apply for this vacancy. This is a requirement for working within the Council or partner organisations: https://www.gov.uk/prove-right-to-work. P lease Note: If you do not meet the eligibility criteria your application will not progress. If it becomes clear at a later stage in the process that you are not eligible to apply, your application may be withdrawn, or the offer retracted.

How to Apply: All applications for this vacancy must be made using our online application system. If you have an impairment which prevents you from applying online, please email: jobs@carmarthenshire.gov.uk or contact 01267 234567 and ask for 'Recruitment' to discuss alternative arrangements to support you in the process.

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