KS1 One-to-One Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment seeks a caring and resilient KS1 Teaching Assistant for a full-time role in North Liverpool. This position involves providing one-to-one support for a pupil with behavioral needs, promoting an inclusive learning environment, and working closely with the teaching team. The role offers an excellent opportunity to make a lasting impact on children's lives while joining a supportive school community.

Benefits

Access to CPD courses and resources

Flexibility with working arrangements

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEMH or challenging behaviour.
• Calm and proactive approach to support.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support for a KS1 pupil with emotional needs.
• Assist the class teacher with individual education programmes.
• Promote a supportive learning environment.

Skills

Communication

Behaviour Management

Teamwork

Patience

Proactivity

Education

Minimum 12 months experience in a similar role

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment are recruiting! Are you a resilient and compassionate teaching assistant looking for a rewarding full-time role in a primary school? We are seeking an experienced and passionate KS1 one-to-one Teaching Assistant for an Ofsted rated 'Good' North Liverpool based primary school. This is a full-time role, with the potential to be long term and a daily rate of up to 100 per day, offering the opportunity to make a lasting impact in a child's life.

Main Duties

• One-to-one support for KS1 pupil with behavioural and emotional needs
• Assist with a child in class under the direction of the teacher, working primarily in a one-to-one capacity to support with designated tasks in both class lessons and play, and outside of the classroom
• Under the direction of the class teacher support learning activities and work with the individual, assisting in the implementation, and monitoring of progress, of individual education programmes
• Assisting with emotional regulation, behaviour strategies, and learning engagement
• Working closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and wider support team
• Implementing consistent routines and tailored intervention plans
• Promoting a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment

Personal Qualities

We are looking for someone who:

• Experience supporting children with SEMH, challenging behaviour, or similar needs
• Possess energy and enthusiasm
• Works well within a team
• A calm, patient, and proactive approach
• Excellent communication and behaviour management skills
• A passion for making a difference in children's lives
• Previous experience in a school or child-centred setting

To join us and be successful in this role you will need

• Minimum of 12 months experience in a similar role
• An enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional reference checks
• A CV that must cover the last 10 years of employment history (where possible)
• Legal right to work in the UK

Why join Tradewind Recruitment?

• Your income matters; we will always seek to get you the highest rate of pay and will provide you with the best possible advice
• Your development matters; we offer our people free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars and resources via the incredible National College
• Your flexibility matters; we tailor the working week to you - daily supply, long-term contracts and permanent positions available local to you
• We pride ourselves on our exceptional service to our candidates and are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer

School offering

• A friendly and welcoming team
• Hardworking and dedicated colleagues
• Enthusiastic children
• Supportive parents, carers and community
• A committed and fully involved governing body
• A well-resourced learning environment
• Opportunities for professional development

If you're an experienced KS1 Teaching Assistant looking for an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact on a child's life and would like to register with Tradewind Recruitment please apply now and take the next step in your teaching career!