1:1 Primary Teaching Assistant – Nurturing Role

Justteachers Ltd; Heywood; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Justteachers Ltd is recruiting a dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant for a welcoming primary school in Heywood, starting January 2027. This is a full-time, long-term supply position continuing until the end of the academic year.

The successful candidate will provide tailored support to a pupil, help access learning, and develop confidence while working closely with the class teacher and SENDCO to implement strategies.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children in a primary school setting.
• Strong knowledge of SEND and additional learning needs.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Patient, nurturing and resilient approach.
• Two education or school-based references.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a pupil with additional learning needs.
• Adapt learning activities to support pupil engagement and progress.
• Work with the class teacher and SENDCO to implement support strategies.
• Promote positive behaviour, independence and emotional wellbeing.
• Monitor progress and report outcomes to staff.

Skills

1:1 support

SEND knowledge

Communication

Behaviour management

Patience and resilience

Education

Level 2/3 TA qualification

Job description

Justteachers Ltd is recruiting a dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant for a welcoming primary school in Heywood, starting January 2027. This is a full-time, long-term supply position continuing until the end of the academic year.

The successful candidate will provide tailored support to a pupil, help access learning, and develop confidence while working closely with the class teacher and SENDCO to implement strategies.