1:1 Teaching Assistant

1:1 Teaching Assistant – Year 2 Support, Waterlooville

Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Full-time or Part-time (to be confirmed), Term Time Only
Location: Waterlooville
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Are you a caring and dedicated Teaching Assistant with experience supporting children with additional needs? We are looking for a compassionate 1:1 TA to provide personalised support to a Year 2 pupil in our friendly primary school in Waterlooville.

✨ The Role:

You will work closely with the child, helping them access the curriculum and participate fully in school life. Your support will be vital in fostering their confidence, independence, and academic progress.

✅ Key Responsibilities:

• Provide tailored one-to-one support for the child with additional learning needs

• Assist with learning activities both inside and outside the classroom

• Help develop social, emotional, and behavioural skills

• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCO, and parents to meet the child’s needs

• Maintain records and contribute to monitoring progress

About You:

• Experience supporting children with SEN, ideally in a primary setting

• Patient, empathetic, and proactive approach

• Good communication and teamwork skills

• Relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 2/3 TA) are desirable but not essential

We Offer:

• A supportive and inclusive school environment

• Opportunities for training and development

• A rewarding role making a real difference

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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