1:1 Teaching Assistant

Dorset Council UK; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local education authority is seeking an experienced 1:1 teaching assistant to join their dedicated team at Upton Junior School. The role involves providing tailored support for an individual child, working closely with the class teacher to foster academic progress and confidence. Candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills, be adaptable in their teaching approach, and have a firm commitment to a positive, child-centered ethos. Join a supportive environment that emphasizes wellbeing and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Experience as a teaching assistant or in a similar role.
• Strong interpersonal skills with children and staff.
• Ability to adapt learning strategies to individual needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support for an individual child.
• Work closely with the class teacher to implement strategies.
• Encourage the child to engage with their learning.

Skills

Understanding of how children learn and play

Ability to support the child in accessing the curriculum

High expectations of children's achievements

Commitment to teamwork

Resilience and patience

Excellent in the classroom

Ability to motivate children

Good time management skills

Creative thinking

Building positive relationships

Effective communication with staff and parents

Encouraging social interaction

Job description

An opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and experienced 1:1 teaching assistant to join our support staff at Upton Junior School, part of Hamwic Education Trust (HET).

HET is a large, fast-paced Trust with currently 37 academies across the South Coast. Linked to 6 community-based partnerships, there are 34 primary academies, 2 secondary and 1 hospital school.

Upton Junior School, awarded ‘Good’ by Ofsted in 2023, is seeking to recruit an experienced 1: 1 teaching assistant to join our friendly team. Wellbeing is at the heart of our leadership, and we strive for quality teaching and a healthy work/life balance.

All About The Child

At HET, we aim to put the child at the centre of everything we do. We believe that by doing this, it drives our ethos and values to do the best we can for our children.

What About Sam

Sam is the name we have given to the notional Hamwic child. By asking ourselves ‘What about Sam?’ we ensure that we put our pupils at the heart of our decision making.

Job/Person Summary

The postholder will provide tailored support for an individual child. You’ll work closely with the class teacher and other staff to implement strategies that foster the child’s confidence, independence, and academic progress. Encouraging the child to engage with their learning and thrive within the classroom environment. The working environment for this role will include both indoor and outdoor areas, ensuring a safe environment is maintained at all times.

We Are Seeking a Professional Individual Who Has

• An understanding of how children learn and play
• Ability to support the child in accessing the curriculum and achieving learning goals.
• High expectations of what children can achieve and how they should behave
• Commitment to teamwork in a friendly school with a child centred ethos
• Resilience, enthusiasm, patience, flexibility and a caring manner
• Excellent in the classroom, with an outstanding ability to engage and enthuse children
• Ability to challenge, support and motivate all children to achieve high standards
• Ability to work under pressure with good time management skills
• Ability to think creatively and adapt learning to motivate and meet needs
• Ability to assist with personalised learning plans and activities.
• Ability to build a positive and trusting relationship with the child.
• Ability to communicate regularly with teaching staff, parents, and specialists as needed.
• The skills to encourage social interaction and engagement in class activities.