1:1 Year 1 Teaching Assistant – Walsall

Aspire People; Bloxwich; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus £250

Training & development

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking a dedicated Year 1 Teaching Assistant to join our team in Walsall. This role focuses on providing tailored 1:1 support to a pupil with additional needs within the Year 1 class, helping them access learning and build confidence in a supportive school environment.

You will collaborate with teachers and SEN staff to plan activities, manage behaviour positively, and support social and emotional development. Ongoing training and a £250 referral bonus are available.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a school setting.
• Understanding of supporting pupils with special educational needs (SEN) or additional needs.
• Patience, empathy, and excellent communication skills.
• Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualifications are desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to a pupil with additional needs, both in and out of the classroom.
• Assist in the planning and delivery of engaging learning activities.
• Help to manage behaviour in a positive and consistent way.
• Support the pupil's social and emotional development.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and other professionals.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Communication skills

Experience with children

SEN understanding

Education

Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualifications

Job description

Aspire People is seeking a dedicated Year 1 Teaching Assistant to join our team in Walsall. This role focuses on providing tailored 1:1 support to a pupil with additional needs within the Year 1 class, helping them access learning and build confidence in a supportive school environment.

You will collaborate with teachers and SEN staff to plan activities, manage behaviour positively, and support social and emotional development. Ongoing training and a £250 referral bonus are available.