Key Stage 1 Teaching Assistant, 1:1 - Tamworth

Austin Fraser; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An incredible opportunity awaits at a nurturing school in Tamworth, seeking a compassionate 1:1 Teaching Assistant. This role focuses on providing personalized support to a pupil with ADHD, helping them thrive academically and socially. Join a dedicated team committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every child can achieve their potential. With industry-leading pay rates and a supportive framework for personal career goals, this position offers a fulfilling chance to make a real difference in a child's educational journey. If you're passionate about education and eager to support a pupil's growth, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Industry leading pay rates

Holiday Pay Scheme

Training programmes

Access to free online CPD training

100 joining bonus

Dedicated consultant support

Qualifications

• Experience with children, especially those with ADHD, is preferred.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to a pupil with ADHD in academic tasks.
• Implement strategies to support attention and behaviour.
• Monitor pupil's progress and report achievements.

Skills

Experience with children

Knowledge of ADHD

Strong communication skills

Ability to build relationships

Patient and flexible approach

Job description

Job: 1:1 Teaching Assistant
Location: Tamworth
Job Type: Full-Time, Long Term, Temporary

Join this incredible school in Tamworth! Do you have a passion for supporting children with special educational needs and helping them thrive in their learning journey? We are looking for a compassionate and committed 1:1 Teaching Assistant to offer personalized support to a pupil with ADHD at an excellent school. At this school, they pride ourselves on offering a nurturing and inclusive environment where all children are given the opportunity to thrive. As part of an outstanding team, you'll play a key role in helping a pupil with ADHD overcome challenges, build confidence, and achieve their potential.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Provide 1:1 support to a pupil with ADHD, assisting them in academic tasks and helping them stay focused and engaged.
2. Implement strategies to support the pupil's attention, self-regulation, and behaviour, in collaboration with the class teacher and SENCO.
3. Promote positive social interactions and assist with the pupil's emotional and social development.
4. Adapt learning resources and classroom activities to meet the pupil's needs.
5. Monitor the pupil's progress, report on achievements, and share observations with the teacher and SENCO.
6. Ensure a calm, structured, and positive learning environment tailored to the pupil's needs.

The Ideal Candidate:

1. Experience working with children, ideally with ADHD or other special educational needs (preferred but not essential).
2. A patient, understanding, and flexible approach to supporting children.
3. Strong knowledge of ADHD and effective strategies for supporting children with attention and behavioural needs.
4. Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
5. Strong communication skills, with the ability to work as part of a team.
6. A proactive, calm, and solution-focused approach to challenges.

In return we can offer:

1. Supported and own personal career goals are met.
2. To be part of a successful forward-thinking establishment and team.
3. A highly specialised, dedicated consultant with in-depth knowledge of the local supply market.
4. Industry leading pay rates.
5. Local work.
6. Holiday Pay Scheme.
7. Training programmes such as Team Teach, Phonics training, First Aid.
8. Access to free online CPD training.
9. 100 joining bonus.
10. In-house compliance, accounts, human resources and payroll teams to answer your queries.

This is an excellent opportunity to work at a great school in the local area. We can offer very good rates of pay and we will be available 24/7 for you should you need help with anything. If you think this role is for you, contact Ben on (phone number removed) or send your CV and get registered today! We also offer up to 250 referral bonus for recommendations of Teachers and Teaching Assistants who may be suitable for any of the roles we are currently recruiting for. If you are excited about the opportunity to support a pupil with ADHD and help them flourish in their education, we would love to hear from you!

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.