1:1 Teaching Assistant (Primary)

Prospero Teaching; London Borough of Southwark; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant for a welcoming primary school in Calmore, Southampton. You will provide focused support to a pupil within the classroom and school environment, helping access the curriculum and participate in lessons.

The role is suitable for experienced teaching assistants, support workers, childcare professionals, graduates seeking classroom experience, or individuals passionate about supporting children with additional learning needs.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable but not essential
• Experience supporting children with SEND, ASD, ADHD, SEMH or speech and language needs is advantageous
• Up-to-date Safeguarding training issued within the last year is desirable (Prospero Teaching can provide this)
• Relevant Teaching Assistant, Childcare or Health & Social Care qualifications are desirable but not essential
• No specific teaching qualification is required for this 1:1 Teaching Assistant role

Job description

1:1 Teaching Assistant (Primary)

About The School:

Prospero Teaching is seeking a dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant for a welcoming Primary School in Calmore.
This friendly and inclusive mainstream primary school is committed to ensuring every child receives the support they need to thrive academically, socially and emotionally. The school has a strong community ethos and prides itself on creating a nurturing environment where children feel safe, valued and supported in their learning journey.
The successful 1:1 Teaching Assistant will work closely with a pupil who requires additional support to access the curriculum and engage positively within the classroom environment. The school benefits from a supportive Senior Leadership Team, experienced SEND staff and excellent resources to support pupils with a range of additional needs.
This 1:1 Teaching Assistant role would suit experienced teaching assistants, support workers, childcare professionals, graduates looking to gain classroom experience, or individuals with a passion for supporting children with additional learning needs.

Contract/Position Details:

Location - Calmore, Southampton
Position - 1:1 Teaching Assistant
Type of work - Providing dedicated 1:1 support to a primary-aged pupil within the classroom and school environment
Key Stage - EYFS, KS1 or KS2 (dependent upon placement)
Start date - November 2026
Duration / Likely Duration - Ongoing
Contract type - Temporary
Full time/Part time - Full time
Minimum rate of pay - £95.00 per day (rate dependent on experience, training and qualifications)
Hours - 8:30am - 3:30pm

Experience, Training & Qualifications:

• Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable but not essential
• Experience supporting children with SEND, ASD, ADHD, SEMH or speech and language needs is advantageous
• Up-to-date Safeguarding training issued within the last year is desirable (Prospero Teaching can provide this)
• Relevant Teaching Assistant, Childcare or Health & Social Care qualifications are desirable but not essential
• No specific teaching qualification is required for this 1:1 Teaching Assistant role

To Be Eligible For This Role Through Prospero Teaching, You Must:

• 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 child-related references covering the last two years

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding and vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people is responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.

Prospero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate:

• Accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management
• In-house Training and Development Team
• Access to long-term and permanent opportunities within local primary schools
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education recruitment consultant