1:1 Teaching Assistant – Calm, Proactive Learning Support

St. Peter's CE Primary Academy; Kingswood; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness services

Professional learning opportunities

Job summary

St. Peter's CE Primary Academy in Salisbury is seeking a calm, patient 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a pupil who may need help regulating emotions and behaviour.

You will work closely with the class teacher to differentiate learning and foster engagement in the classroom. The role is 30 hours per week, 38 weeks per year, funded under a Named Pupil Contract to provide dedicated support for a specific pupil.

Qualifications

• Calm, patient and highly consistent 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a pupil who may need additional help to regulate emotions and behaviour.
• Experience of supporting pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs, emotional regulation or distressed behaviour would be highly beneficial.
• Ability to remain calm, maintain clear boundaries and respond sensitively during difficult moments is essential.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the class teacher and another teaching assistant within the classroom whilst supporting the pupil with their classroom learning and social communication skills.
• Be proactive and committed to differentiating and adapting learning to suit the needs of individual children
• Have some relevant experience supporting pupils within a school setting
• Lead, inspire and motivate children
• Have high expectations and excellent classroom practice
• Have a desire to improve their own practice further

Skills

1:1 Teaching Assistant

Job description

St. Peter's CE Primary Academy in Salisbury is seeking a calm, patient 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a pupil who may need help regulating emotions and behaviour.

You will work closely with the class teacher to differentiate learning and foster engagement in the classroom. The role is 30 hours per week, 38 weeks per year, funded under a Named Pupil Contract to provide dedicated support for a specific pupil.