KS1 Teaching Assistant

Protocol Education Limited; Whitley Bay; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing consultant support

Free safeguarding training

Job summary

Protocol Education Limited is seeking a caring KS2 1:1 Teaching Assistant for a welcoming Whitley Bay primary school to provide individual pupil support, helping access learning and build confidence.

You will work with the class teacher, SENDCO and wider staff to tailor activities, monitor progress and support social development. The role is temporary with potential for permanency; safeguarding training and ongoing support are provided by Protocol Education.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a school, childcare or support setting.
• DBS Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Patient, nurturing and resilient approach.
• Ability to inspire confidence and positive outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil within a KS2 classroom.
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs.
• Encourage engagement, independence and positive learning behaviours.
• Support the pupil's social and emotional development.
• Record and monitor progress, providing feedback to the class teacher.

Skills

Communication

Patience

Resilience

Experience with children

Job description

Are you a caring, patient and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant looking to make a real difference to a child's educational journey?

A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Whitley Bay is seeking a dedicated Key Stage 2 1:1 Teaching Assistant to provide individual support to a pupil, helping them to access learning, build confidence and achieve their full potential in the classroom.

The Role

As a 1:1 Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with a KS2 pupil, supporting both their academic progress and social development. You will collaborate with the class teacher, SENDCO and wider school team to ensure the child receives the tailored support they need to thrive.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil within a KS2 classroom.
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs.
• Encourage engagement, independence and positive learning behaviours.
• Support the pupil's social and emotional development.
• Work closely with teaching staff, parents and external professionals where appropriate.
• Record and monitor progress, providing feedback to the class teacher.

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience working with children in a school, childcare or support setting.
• Knowledge of supporting pupils with additional learning needs is advantageous.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A patient, nurturing and resilient approach.
• Ability to inspire confidence and encourage positive outcomes.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).

What We Offer

• A supportive and friendly school community.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on a child's education and wellbeing.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education recruitment consultant.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.
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