1:1 Teaching Assistant

East Riding of Yorkshire Council; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Pollington CE Primary School is seeking a caring Teaching Assistant Level 1 to provide dedicated 1:1 support for a named child in our Year 4/5 class. This fixed-term post is linked to need in the child and ends when support is no longer required.

As part of a thriving federation, the school emphasizes safeguarding, inclusion and collaborative teamwork with staff, parents and external professionals to help every child flourish.

Qualifications

• Experience in an EYFS setting and with SEND, including neurodivergent pupils.
• Ability to support learning, development and wellbeing.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and welfare of children.
• Willingness to contribute to school life and values.
• Experience supporting speech, language and communication needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a named child in Year 4/5.
• Work closely with teachers, SEND staff, parents and external professionals.
• Support learning, development and the child's wellbeing.
• Contribute to safeguarding and promote welfare of children.

Skills

EYFS experience

SEND experience

Communication skills

Safeguarding commitment

Positive relationship building

Flexible and patient

Speech and language support

Inclusion strategies

Team collaboration

Education

Experience in EYFS-related roles

Job description

£17,194 - £17,468 per year ( Grade 3B term time pro rata)

Interviews are Week commencing 19 October

Pollington CE Primary School is seeking to appoint a caring, committed and engaging Teaching Assistant Level 1 to provide dedicated 1:1 support for a named child in our Year 4/5 class. This is an exciting opportunity to join a welcoming and supportive team that is passionate about helping every child flourish academically, socially and emotionally.

As part of a thriving federation of schools, we benefit from strong collaboration, shared expertise and a commitment to continuous improvement. Our Christian vision and values are at the heart of everything we do, creating a nurturing environment where children and staff are encouraged to achieve their full potential.

The successful candidate will work closely with class teachers, SEND staff, parents and external professionals to provide high-quality support tailored to the child's individual needs. We are looking for someone who is patient, flexible and able to build positive relationships with children and families.

Criteria

• Experience of working in an Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) setting.
• Experience of working with children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) including supporting children who are neurodivergent, e.g. those with autism and ADHD
• Ability to support children’s learning, development and well-being.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• A willingness to contribute positively to the life and values of the school.
• Experience of supporting children with speech, language and communication needs.
• Knowledge of strategies that support communication, emotional regulation and inclusion.
• This post is offered on a fixed-term basis and will cease when the support is no longer required or when the named child leaves the school.

We strongly encourage prospective applicants to visit the school and see first-hand the warm and inclusive environment that makes Pollington CE Primary School such a special place to work.

The School and the Federation are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Online applications close on 12 October. Applications will be received at the school up until 9am on 13 October.

If you are a current East Riding of Yorkshire Council employee, you cannot use your East Riding email account to login and apply for jobs online. To submit an application, you must create an account or sign in using a personal email address.

Secondment

If you wish to apply for this role on a secondment basis please ensure you have sought approval from your line manager prior to submitting your application.

Schools applications

This school does not have the resources to send individual notifications to all applicants who are not shortlisted so if you have not been contacted within 2 weeks of the closing date you should assume you have been unsuccessful.

If selected for interview, an online search will be conducted for candidates. This is in line with KCSiE 2022.

Travel

Some travel across East Riding of Yorkshire may be required, applicants must be able to transport themselves.

DBS/Medical check

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS clearance check. The school is committed to safeguarding children and promoting their welfare. All members of staff are expected to share this commitment.