1:1 Teaching Assistant

We are recruiting a caring and dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support children and young people aged 3–18 with a range of Special Educational Needs. This is a full-time role with an immediate start, working 8.45am to 3.30pm, Monday to Friday. You will be working in a highly regarded specialist education setting set within spacious, peaceful grounds. The school is known for:

• A warm, inclusive and child-centred ethos

• A strong focus on communication, independence and wellbeing

• Excellent specialist facilities that support individual learning needs

• A supportive, experienced team committed to positive outcomes for every pupil

Pupils present with a variety of Special Educational Needs, including: Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Severe and complex learning difficulties, Communication and sensory processing needs and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs

Key Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support tailored to individual pupils

• Assist with learning, personal care and emotional regulation

• Encourage engagement, confidence and independence

• Work closely with teachers and specialist staff

Requirements

• Minimum 6 months childcare experience, especially supporting children with SEN needs

• Experience supporting complex or additional needs is highly desirable

• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle due to the school’s location

• A patient, resilient and compassionate approach

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive weekly pay - £13.75 per hour - No umbereklla fees/

• A dedicated consultant to support your placement

• Access to free CPD and SEN-focused training

• Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles

• Support from a trusted UK-leading education recruitment agency

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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