One To One TA

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Skipton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is seeking a caring 1:1 KS2 Teaching Assistant for a welcoming primary school in Skipton. You will support a KS2 pupil to access learning, build confidence, and develop academically and socially throughout the school day.

This role offers a rewarding environment with opportunities for professional development and a focus on safeguarding and inclusive practice.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a school or educational setting.
• Patient, nurturing, and supportive approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents.
• Experience supporting pupils with additional needs (desirable).
• Teaching Assistant qualification or relevant childcare qualification (desirable).
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a KS2 pupil throughout the school day.
• Assist in implementing individual learning plans and targeted interventions.
• Support the pupil's academic, social, emotional, and behavioural development.
• Adapt learning activities to meet the individual needs of the child.
• Foster positive relationships and encourage engagement in lessons.
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and external professionals.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback on the pupil's achievements and development.
• Promote safeguarding, wellbeing, and inclusion at all times.

Skills

Experience with children

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Relationship building

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification

Childcare qualification

Job description

We are seeking a caring and dedicated 1:1 KS2 Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school. The successful candidate will provide tailored support to a Key Stage 2 pupil, helping them to access learning, build confidence, and achieve their full potential both academically and socially.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children and creating a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Location: Skipton
Salary: £14.25 - £15.50 per hour
Contract Type: Full-Time 8.30am - 3.30pm
Start Date: January 2027 or ASAP

Key Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a KS2 pupil throughout the school day.
• Assist in implementing individual learning plans and targeted interventions.
• Support the pupil's academic, social, emotional, and behavioural development.
• Adapt learning activities to meet the individual needs of the child.
• Foster positive relationships and encourage engagement in lessons.
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and external professionals.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback on the pupil's achievements and development.
• Promote safeguarding, wellbeing, and inclusion at all times.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Experience working with children in a school or educational setting.
• A patient, nurturing, and supportive approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
• Experience supporting pupils with additional needs (desirable).
• A Teaching Assistant qualification or relevant childcare qualification (desirable).
• A strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection responsibilities.

What We Offer

• A supportive and friendly school environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• The chance to make a meaningful difference to a child's educational journey.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• Ongoing support from dedicated education professionals.

All applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding and compliance checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory