1:1 Support Assistant - Reception Child

TeacherActive; Birmingham; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider is seeking a compassionate and dedicated 1:1 Support Assistant to work with a Reception child with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). This full-time term-time role involves providing tailored support, nurturing the child's learning journey, and collaborating with educators and professionals. Ideal candidates will have experience in working with young children, strong communication skills, and a nurturing approach.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young children, ideally with SEN.
• A calm, nurturing, and proactive approach.
• Willingness to support with personal care where required.
• Team player with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to one Reception child, helping them access learning.
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and external professionals.
• Offer emotional reassurance, structure, and continuity throughout the day.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Communication Skills

Nurturing Approach

Job description

1:1 Support Assistant Reception Child with EHCP (Including Potential Personal Care)

Location: Solihull

Start Date: September 2025
Hours: Full-time Term-Time Only - 8.30am - 3.30pm
Salary: GBP95-GBP100 per day

Are you passionate about making a real difference in a child s life? We're looking for a compassionate and dedicated 1:1 Support Assistant to work with a Reception child who has an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), so empathy, patience, and sensitivity are key.

What you ll do:

• Provide tailored support to one Reception child, helping them access learning

• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and external professionals

• Offer emotional reassurance, structure, and continuity throughout the day

What we re looking for:

• Experience working with young children, ideally with SEN

• A calm, nurturing, and proactive approach

• Willingness to support with personal care where required

• A team player with excellent communication skills

If you re ready to support a child s first steps in education and want to join a friendly, inclusive school we d love to hear from you!

Anyone applying for this role MUST have UK School experience, X2 references & hold a full enhanced child DBS or willing to apply for one.

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.