1:1 Teaching Assistant

Hampton Hargate Primary School; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Hampton Hargate Primary School in Peterborough is seeking an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our friendly team. The role focuses on supporting a child with additional needs on a 1:1 basis under the KS1 SENCO and Class Teacher, in line with EYFS and KS1 targets.

Experience with ASD and communication difficulties, including TEACCH/Makaton/visual aids, is valued. Lunchtime cover is also part of the role; we offer a welcoming, supportive school environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with minimally or non-verbal children with ASD in early years.
• Experience working 1:1 or in small group settings.
• Ability to support Speech & Language development and social skills.

Responsibilities

• Support a child with additional needs in play, learning and discovery in line with EYFS/KS1 targets.
• Provide 1:1 or small group support and assist with lunchtime cover.
• Collaborate with KS1 SENCO and Class Teacher and external advisory services.

Skills

English

Maths

IT

Tools

AAC tools

TEACCH

Makaton

Visual aids

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking and highly motivated Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and dedicated team. Ideally, we require a TA with some SEND experience. We require a Teaching Assistant who can share and contribute to our high standards and expectations, supporting pupils and helping them achieve their goals.

You will be required to work supporting a child with additional needs under the advisement of the KS1 SENCO and Class Teacher and external advisory services to implement a bespoke learning and sensory routine. You will be required to help a specific child in their play, learning development and discovery in line with the EYFS, key stage 1 and their own personal targets.

We are particularly interested in hearing from you if you have previous experience of working with minimally or non verbal children with ASD within early years, working on a 1:1 basis, working with children who have speech and language difficulties or mobility issues. It would also be beneficial if you have worked with children with or using the following;

• Experience of using AAC tools or communication frameworks TEACCH program including Makaton, Core Boards, Visual Aids
• Intimate care

The role will also include a half hour cover to support at lunchtime.

Hours of work: Monday to Friday 8.30am - 3.15pm (with ½ hour for lunch) - 31 ¼ hours per week

We require a TA who has experience of supporting children on 1:1 or a small group basis.

Experience of, or willingness to learn, how to support a child’s needs including Speech & language and knowledge of supporting social skills and interaction. A competency in English, maths and IT is required.

We offer:

• welcoming, friendly and hardworking staff
• enthusiastic children and parents who enjoy participating in school life
• a caring and supportive ethos where staff well-being is a high priority
• a sense of fun and enjoyment in an environment where colleagues all work together and support each other
• a modern building with excellent resources and facilities

If you would like further details or would like to look around our school, please contact the school office. Email: [e-mail]

Please note this is a 1:1 contract.

Closing date: 12.00pm Midday on Thursday 17th September 2026

Interviews: Week commencing 20th September 2026

The school is committed to safeguarding, promoting the welfare of children and young people including the Prevent agenda and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are conditional and subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS disclosure, right to work in the UK and qualifications check. Giving false information is an offence and could result in the application being rejected and referred to the police.