Teaching Assistant - KS2

Teaching Assistant – Full Time (1:1 Support, Year 6)
Location: Orrell
Start Date: Immediate

We are currently working with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Orrell that is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time basis for an immediate start.

This role will involve providing 1:1 support for a Year 6 pupil with autism, helping them to prepare for their SATs and supporting both their academic progress and emotional wellbeing.

The role will include:

• Providing tailored 1:1 support to meet the pupil’s individual learning and emotional needs.
• Supporting with SATs preparation, including literacy, numeracy and exam readiness.
• Helping the pupil to stay engaged, focused and confident in the classroom.
• Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement support strategies.
• Encouraging independence, self-regulation and positive behaviour.
• Creating a calm, safe and structured learning environment.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have experience supporting pupils with autism and/or additional needs.
• Hold an Enhanced DBS on the update service (Or be willing to apply for one) .
• Be patient, nurturing and adaptable.
• Have a good understanding of upper KS2 learning.
• Be confident supporting learning interventions and small group work.
• Be reliable and committed to making a positive impact.

This is a fantastic opportunity to support a child during a crucial stage of their education and to become a valued part of a supportive school team. If you are interested in this role, please apply with your updated CV below, and a member of our Wigan and Warrington team will be in touch regarding the next steps!

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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.