1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant - Chester

Academics; Chester; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics is currently working with a supportive primary school in Chester seeking a dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to provide consistent support to a pupil with additional needs. This role goes beyond classroom support.

The successful candidate will become an important part of the child's school experience, helping them access learning, develop confidence and feel included within the wider classroom. Salary will be determined by qualifications and relevant experience according to the client's

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children with SEND.
• Experience working on a 1:1 basis is desirable.
• Calm, patient and consistent approach.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to recognise when a child needs reassurance or support.
• Good understanding of safeguarding and inclusion.
• A Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent; relevant experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support throughout the school day.
• Adapt activities to meet individual needs.
• Encourage independence and confidence.
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
• Assist with transitions and changes to routine.
• Help the pupil access the wider curriculum.
• Build a trusting and positive relationship with the pupil.

Skills

1:1 Support

SEND Experience

Calm, patient approach

Excellent communication

Safeguarding & Inclusion

Education

A Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant - Chester

Location: Chester

Start: ASAP

Contract: Temporary, with potential for long-term

Full-time

One child. One relationship. A huge difference.

Academics are currently working with a supportive primary school in Chester seeking a dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to provide consistent support to a pupil with additional needs.

This isn't simply about classroom support. The successful candidate will become an important part of a child's school experience, helping them access learning, develop confidence and feel included within the wider classroom.

The role

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support throughout the school day.
• Adapt activities to meet individual needs.
• Encourage independence and confidence.
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
• Assist with transitions and changes to routine.
• Help the pupil access the wider curriculum.
• Build a trusting and positive relationship with the pupil.

We'd love to hear from you if you have:

• Previous experience supporting children with SEND.
• Experience working on a 1:1 basis - desirable.
• A calm, patient and consistent approach.
• Excellent communication skills.
• The ability to recognise when a child needs additional reassurance or support.
• A good understanding of safeguarding and inclusion.
• A Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent - desirable, but relevant experience will also be considered.

This school is looking for someone who sees the child before the need and can provide patient, consistent support every day.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy