1:1 Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Christchurch; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational staffing agency is seeking a compassionate and dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support children and young people aged 5-16 within a specialist education setting in Christchurch, UK. This full-time role offers competitive pay and requires a patient and resilient approach to support children with special educational needs. Responsibilities include providing tailored support, assisting with learning activities, and encouraging independence. The role has an immediate start and may lead to long-term opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive weekly pay

Dedicated consultant

Access to free CPD and SEN-focused training

Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months childcare experience, especially supporting children with SEN needs.
• Experience in SEN or specialist settings is highly desirable.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle due to the school's location.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 tailored support throughout the school day.
• Assist with learning activities, routines and emotional regulation.
• Encourage engagement, confidence and independence.

Skills

Childcare experience

Supporting children with SEN

Patience

Resilience

Caring approach

Job description

We are recruiting a compassionate and dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support children and young people aged 5-16 within a specialist education setting. This is a full-time role with an immediate start, working 8.30am to 3.30pm, Monday to Friday.

About the School

You will be working in a highly supportive and well-established specialist setting known for its calm, nurturing environment. The school is recognised for:

• A child-centred and therapeutic approach
• Strong emphasis on emotional wellbeing and personalised learning
• Small class sizes with high levels of individual support
• A welcoming, experienced team committed to helping every pupil succeed

Responsibilities

Pupils have a range of Special Educational Needs, including: Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, Communication and sensory processing difficulties and Associated learning and behavioural needs

• Provide 1:1 tailored support throughout the school day
• Assist with learning activities, routines and emotional regulation
• Encourage engagement, confidence and independence
• Work closely with teachers and specialist staff

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months childcare experience, especially supporting children with SEN needs
• Experience in SEN or specialist settings is highly desirable
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle due to the school's location
• A patient, resilient and caring approach

Benefits

• Competitive weekly pay - £13.75 per hour
• A dedicated consultant to support your placement
• Access to free CPD and SEN-focused training
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles