1:1 Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Tonbridge; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated individual to provide personalized support for a pupil with special educational needs. This role involves working closely with the pupil to foster their happiness and success in a nurturing environment. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of child development, adaptability, and excellent communication skills. You will be welcomed into a supportive team that prioritizes wellbeing and collaboration, with opportunities for professional development. If you are passionate about making a difference in a child's life, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Supportive Induction

Collaborative Environment

Nurturing Classrooms

Outdoor Space

Tailored CPD Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a nursery or school setting is preferable.
• Experience with SEN is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized support for a pupil with complex needs.
• Support the child's happiness, progress, and success in a mainstream setting.

Skills

Child Development Understanding

Adaptability

Nurturing Nature

Teamwork Skills

Communication Skills

Creative Approaches to Learning

Flexibility

Growth Mindset

Job description

Job Opportunity at Hadlow Primary School

Hadlow Primary School is seeking a skilled, knowledgeable, and dynamic individual to join our dedicated team!

The role involves working on a 1:1 basis with a pupil joining us in September 2024. The pupil is on the SEND register and requires personalized support due to complex and significant needs.

The ideal candidate will be positive, highly motivated, and flexible. They should demonstrate care and nurturing qualities to meet the physical, medical, emotional, and academic needs of the pupil. A passion for education and a commitment to an inclusive curriculum are essential. The candidate should aim to support the child's happiness, progress, and success within a mainstream setting.

Experience working with children in a nursery or school setting is preferable; experience with SEN is advantageous.

Desired attributes include:

• A good understanding of child development
• Adaptability and transferable skills
• A kind, nurturing, and patient nature
• Ability to establish consistent boundaries and expectations
• Creative approaches to learning
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Flexibility and initiative
• A growth mindset

We offer:

• A supportive and thorough induction
• A warm welcome from our friendly staff
• A caring ethos prioritizing wellbeing
• A positive environment with smiling children
• Nurturing classrooms and extensive outdoor space
• Clear policies and procedures
• Opportunities for tailored CPD
• Collaboration with the Senior Leadership Team, teachers, and teaching assistants
• Training and collaboration opportunities with local primary schools

This position is term-time only.

The role is for 30 hours per week, from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm, including a lunch break. An additional 30 minutes daily to support outdoor play may be required, which will be compensated as overtime.

This is a fixed-term annual contract linked to funding for the pupil, with potential extension upon successful probation.

Hadlow Primary School is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to safeguarding procedures. While we are an equal opportunities employer, early interviews may be offered to exceptional candidates.