At a Glance
- Tasks: Support a Year 1 child with SEN needs and help them thrive in school.
- Company: Welcoming primary school in Portsmouth dedicated to inclusive education.
- Benefits: Full-time hours, opportunity to make a real difference, and training provided.
- Other info: Potential for permanent position and free training opportunities available.
- Why this job: Join us to empower children and build lasting relationships that inspire confidence.
- Qualifications: Experience with SEN children and a nurturing attitude are essential.
The predicted salary is between 19350 - 23650 £ per year.
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
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!
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. 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’. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
1:1 Teaching assistant in Portsmouth employer: Teaching Personnel
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