1:1 Teaching assistant

1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant – Year 1 | Portsmouth

Are you a caring, patient and experienced Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting children with additional needs?

We are looking for a dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Portsmouth, supporting a Year 1 child with SEN needs from September.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys building strong relationships with children and helping them develop their confidence, independence and learning skills.

The role will involve:

• Providing dedicated 1:1 support to a Year 1 pupil with additional needs
• Supporting the child to access learning and participate fully in the school day
• Helping with communication, social and emotional development
• Providing encouragement and reassurance throughout the day
• Supporting positive behaviour and emotional regulation
• Adapting activities and learning to suit the child's individual needs
• Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO
• Helping the child develop greater independence and confidence
• Supporting inclusion within the classroom and wider school environment

The ideal candidate will be:

• Experienced working with children with SEN
• Patient, nurturing and understanding
• Calm and confident when supporting challenging situations
• Able to build a strong, trusting relationship with a young child
• Adaptable and able to follow individual support strategies
• Reliable, enthusiastic and committed to making a difference
• Previous experience in a primary school or 1:1 SEN role would be highly desirable

⭐ The role

Location: Portsmouth
‍ Position: 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant
Year Group: Year 1
Support: Individual SEN support
Start: September
⏰ Hours: Full-time

If you're passionate about supporting children with additional needs and would love the opportunity to make a genuine difference to a child's school experience, we'd love to hear from you!