1:1 Teaching Assistant

Prospero Teaching; Walton-le-Dale; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a compassionate 1:1 Teaching Assistant for a school in Formby starting January 2026. This full-time position requires supporting a specific student’s learning, adapting materials, and liaising with teachers and parents. Ideal candidates should have experience working with young people, especially those with additional needs, and hold a relevant qualification. The role offers an opportunity to make a real difference in a student’s life.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people, particularly those with additional learning needs.
• Patient, empathetic, and adaptable.

Responsibilities

• Support a specific student’s learning across the curriculum.
• Assist with adapting lesson materials to meet individual needs.
• Promote student engagement and independence.
• Liaise with teachers, SENCO, and parents/carers.
• Support delivery of individual education plans (IEPs).

Skills

Experience working with young people

Patience

Empathy

Adaptability

Collaboration

Education

Relevant qualification (e.g. Teaching Assistant)

Job description

About Role:

We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and proactive 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join a great school in Formby starting in January 2026. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the life of a young person, providing tailored academic and emotional support within a secondary school setting.

1:1 Teaching Assistant

• Location - Formby, L37
• Type of work - Long Term
• Start date - January 2026
• Contract type - Long-term Temporary
• Full time/part time - Full time
• Pay: Paid to scale
• Hours: - 8:30 am - 3:30 pm

Key Responsibilities:

• Work closely with a specific student to support their learning and progress across the curriculum.
• Assist with adapting lesson materials to meet the student's individual needs.
• Promote student engagement, confidence, and independence.
• Liaise effectively with teachers, SENCO, and parents/carers.
• Support the delivery of individual education plans (IEPs) and behaviour

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Experience working with young people in an education setting, particularly those with additional learning needs, is desirable.
• Patient, empathetic, and adaptable
• Able to work collaboratively with staff
• A relevant qualification (e.g. Teaching Assistant or equivalent) is an advantage.

To be eligible:

• Hold Right to Work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application.
• Provide two professional references/cover the last 2 years

If you are interested in this role, please apply to this advert.

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