Salary:                       Leadership Scale L6 – L10
Responsible to:        Headteacher
Disclosure Level:     Enhanced
 
Main Purpose of the Role
The Additional Learning Needs Co‑ordinator (ALNCo) at Ysgol Friars is a key role that provides both strategic leadership and operational oversight of Additional Learning Needs (ALN) provision across the school.
The postholder will ensure high‑quality, pupil‑centred provision in line with the Additional Learning Needs and Education Tribunal (Wales) Act 2018 and the ALN Code for Wales, securing strong outcomes for pupils with ALN.
As a school, we hold the highest expectations for pupils with additional learning needs and the postholder will work closely with the wider senior leadership team to support pupils, monitor progress, ensure that our graduated response is appropriate and develop teacher’s skills to meet need.
This role has a clear focus on:
The quality, implementation and review of Individual Development Plans (IDPs)
Raising literacy and numeracy outcomes for pupils with ALN
Implementing and monitoring an effective graduated response
Building strong partnerships with parents/carers, the local authority and external agencies
Developing whole‑school staff confidence and expertise through targeted professional learning
The post holder will be responsible for
Progress of pupils with additional learning needs
Looked After Pupils
Transition of ALN pupils into Ysgol Friars
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
 
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
 Strategic Leadership of ALN Provision
Lead the development, implementation and regular review of Ysgol Friars’ ALN policy and practices in line with the ALN Code for Wales
Ensure inclusive practice is embedded consistently across the school through high‑quality adaptive teaching
Work with senior leaders to contribute to whole‑school improvement planning, with a sharp focus on improving outcomes for pupils with ALN
 
 Individual Development Plans (IDPs)
Ensure IDPs are consistently high quality, pupil‑centred, outcomes‑focused and fully compliant with statutory requirements
Lead and quality assure annual reviews, person‑centred planning meetings and transition arrangements
Ensure pupils and parents/carers are meaningfully and effectively involved in the development and review of IDPs
Monitor the impact of provision rigorously and adapt support based on evidence and pupil progress
Develop strong, effective working relationships with the local authority to support pupils with complex or escalating needs
 
 Literacy and Numeracy Intervention
Identify pupils with ALN who require targeted literacy and numeracy intervention
Design, implement and oversee evidence‑based interventions that complement high‑quality classroom teaching
Track pupil progress carefully and evaluate the impact of interventions on outcomes
Work collaboratively with curriculum leaders to ensure subject‑specific literacy and numeracy strategies are inclusive and accessible for pupils with ALN
 
 Partnership Working
Build strong, trusting and transparent partnerships with parents and carers, ensuring clear communication and collaborative problem‑solving
Act as the key professional contact for ALN‑related matters within the school
Work effectively with external agencies, including Educational Psychology, Speech and Language Therapy, Health and Social Services
Liaise closely with the local authority and contribute actively to multi‑agency planning and review processes
 
 Staff Professional Development
Lead professional learning across Ysgol Friars with a focus on:
Understanding additional learning needs
High‑quality adaptive teaching
Supporting literacy and numeracy for pupils with ALN
Coach and support teaching and support staff to build confidence, consistency and expertise in meeting diverse pupil needs
Promote a strong culture of shared responsibility and inclusive practice across the school
 
 Monitoring, Evaluation and Accountability
Use quantitative data and qualitative evidence to monitor progress and outcomes for pupils with ALN
Evaluate the effectiveness of provision and interventions, ensuring impact and value for money
Maintain accurate, up‑to‑date and compliant ALN records and documentation
Support preparation for inspection, audits and local authority reviews
Work with senior leaders to plan and implement improvement through robust, evidence‑based quality assurance processes
 
 Safeguarding and Wellbeing
Actively promote safeguarding, inclusion, equality and pupil wellbeing at all times
Ensure ALN provision supports positive engagement, attendance, behaviour and emotional wellbeing
Uphold confidentiality, professionalism and ethical practice in all aspects of the role.