1 : 1 Teaching Assistant - Start after October half-term in Carlisle

Prospero Teaching is looking for a passionate, proactive and enthusiastic 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support the learning of a pupil in year 2 with varied SEN in one of our excellent Primary Schools in Greenhead on a full-time basis.

About the Role

• Support pupils with varied SEN and challenging behaviour on a 1:1 basis in all lessons. SEN may include ASD, ADHD, SEMH, MLD and PMLD.
• Support non-verbal pupils or those requiring personal care.
• Work alongside the Class Teacher to plan and deliver inspiring learning activities suited to pupils’ needs and learning styles.
• Develop an understanding of pupils’ different needs and learning styles, working closely with Class Teachers and colleagues to establish this.

About the School

• The role is based in an inspirational Primary School in Greenhead.
• Opportunities to support pupils across the School from EYFS to Year 6, depending on experience and specialism.
• The School has an outstanding supportive culture and Leadership Team, where staff work as a Team within classrooms to provide high standards of support to pupils.

Pay, Hours and Contract

• Pay – Between £88-110 per day
• Hours –
• Contract – Full-time until the end of the Academic Year in July 2026. Temporary Contract.
• Start Date – ASAP
• Location – Greenhead (CA8)

Experience / Qualifications and Requirements

• A Supporting Teaching and Learning or Childcare-based Qualification (desired)
• Experience of working with Children in Schools in the UK
• An ability to build positive relationships and a rapport with pupils and staff.
• A resilient, proactive, and positive nature
• Hold Right to Work in the UK
• Ability to drive and access to a car (desired)
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
• Provide two professional child related references that cover the last two years