Primary Teaching Assistant (KS1 1:1 Support)

Desian Education; St Helens; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rates

Dedicated education consultant

Professional development opportunities

Flexible and long-term opportunities

Job summary

Desian Education is seeking a Primary Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a KS1 pupil with additional learning needs in St Helens. This full-time, long-term role offers an immediate start and ongoing professional development.

You will work closely with the class teacher and SEN team to adapt activities, support learning, and foster confidence, independence, and positive engagement in school life.

Qualifications

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a KS1 pupil with additional learning needs.
• Adapt activities to meet individual needs and encourage participation.
• Work with class teacher and SEN team to create a positive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Support pupil's learning journey throughout the day.
• Develop communication, social interaction and learning skills.
• Contribute to thriving and confident school life.

Skills

1:1 support

KS1 support

classroom assistance

student engagement

Job description

Primary Teaching Assistant (KS1 1:1 Support)

Primary School in St Helens | Full-Time | Long-Term Position | Immediate Start

Desian Education is currently recruiting on behalf of a friendly and inclusive primary school in St Helens for a committed Teaching Assistant to provide dedicated 1:1 support for a Key Stage 1 pupil with additional learning needs.

This role would suit a caring and proactive individual who enjoys helping young children develop academically, socially, and emotionally. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the pupil's learning journey while encouraging confidence, independence, and positive engagement in school life.

About the Role

In this position, you will work closely with a KS1 pupil, providing personalised support throughout the school day. You will help adapt activities to meet the child's individual needs, encourage participation in lessons, and assist with developing communication, social interaction, and learning skills.

Working alongside the class teacher and SEN team, you will contribute to creating a positive environment where the pupil feels supported, valued, and able to thrive.

Why Join Desian Education?

• - Competitive daily rates of pay
• - Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant
• - Access to professional development opportunities
• - Flexible and long-term career opportunities within local schools
• - The opportunity to make a genuine impact on child's educational experience

If you are passionate about supporting young learners and would like to join a welcoming St Helens Primary School, we would love to hear from you.