1:1 Classroom Assistant

Vision for Education Ltd; Southam CP; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Vision for Education is seeking a dedicated 1:1 Classroom Assistant to work in a SEN Primary School in Southam on a full-time basis. You will provide tailored support to a student with Autism/ADHD and other needs, assist with IEPs, monitor progress with the teacher, and help develop independence and confidence in a nurturing, inclusive environment.

From safeguarding to records and resource preparation, you will contribute to a safe, engaging learning space and ongoing support for the child's

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with special educational needs.
• Strong communication and rapport-building with students.
• Patient, empathetic, and flexible approach; safeguarding focus.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 support to a student with SEN.
• Assist with implementation of IEPs or support plans.
• Work with the class teacher to monitor progress and adapt support.
• Encourage independence, confidence and social interaction for the student.
• Support with classroom tasks, resources, and record-keeping as required.
• Foster a positive, safe, and engaging learning environment.
• Role is full-time with potential to be ongoing for the right candidate.

Skills

Experience with SEN

Strong communication skills

Patient and empathetic

Safeguarding awareness

Education

Youth Work

Health and Social Care

Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools

Job description

Vision for Education is seeking a dedicated and experienced 1:1 Classroom Assistant to work on a 1:1 basis in an SEN Primary School in Southam on a full-time basis.

Hours 8.30am-3pm Monday-Friday

Working with a student who requires additional support. This role is crucial in helping the student access the curriculum and achieve their full potential in a nurturing and inclusive environment.

About the role:

• Providing tailored support to a student with, Autism/ADHD, Social Emotional Mental Health and speech and language needs.
• Assist with the implementation of individual education plans (IEPs) or support plans.
• Work closely with the class teacher to monitor progress and adapt support as needed.
• Encourage the student's independence, confidence, and social interaction.
• Support with classroom tasks, preparation of resources, and record-keeping as required.
• Foster a positive, safe, and engaging learning environment.
• The role is on a full-time basis with the possibility to be ongoing for the right candidate.

About the school:

• A primary school setting that caters to young learners aged 5 to 11, with an emphasis on providing extensive support, particularly for those with additional needs, supporting a range of needs including: - Social Emotional Mental Health, Autism/ADHD and non-verbal pupils.
• The school has a learning environment where resources and activities are consistently available for pupils to engage with. This approach supports self-directed learning, helping children develop independence and decision-making skills, while also providing a structured foundation for more focused learning sessions.
• The school prioritises language development, offering speech and language therapy as an integral part of the school day, which is particularly beneficial for children with communication difficulties or those who need additional support with literacy and language skills.
• With a focus on continuous provision and clinical support the school fosters a strong commitment to inclusivity, where every child, regardless of ability or need, is given the tools and opportunities to thrive.

About you:

To be considered for the 1:1 Classroom Assistant position, you will:

• Have previous experience working with children and young people with a range of special educational needs, such as learning difficulties, autism, and sensory needs.
• Suitable qualifications such as Youth Work, Health and Social Care or Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools are desired but not essential.
• Have strong communications skills with the ability to quickly build rapport with students.

• A patient, empathetic, and flexible approach.
• Strong behaviour management techniques.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

• Able to obtain suitable references and a DBS check.

Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Vision for Education

Vision for Education is a market-leadingeducation recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. We are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff. We have branches across the country, and

What Vision for Education offer:-

As a valued employee of Vision for Education, you will receive: