SEN 1:1 T.A ADHD

Teaching Personnel; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to provide full-time 1:1 support to a primary-aged child with ADHD. You will work closely with the child, class teacher and SENCO to ensure consistent support throughout the school day.

The role requires patience and compassion, with emphasis on building confidence and independence. Experience with ADHD or SEN is desirable, and all applicants must meet relevant qualifications and training as per safeguarding guidelines.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEN or ADHD is desirable.
• Experience delivering 1:1 support in a primary school setting is advantageous.
• All applicants must have appropriate qualifications and training per DfE guidance.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support throughout the school day.
• Encourage engagement and participation in classroom activities.
• Support focus, attention, organisation and transitions.
• Build a positive, trusting relationship with the child.
• Use strategies to support emotional regulation and behaviour.
• Adapt activities to meet individual needs.
• Collaborate with the class teacher, SENCO and school team.
• Encourage independence and celebrate progress.
• Maintain a calm, nurturing approach at all times.

Job description

SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant - Full-Time

Primary School | 1:1 Support | SEN

Are you passionate about supporting children to reach their full potential? We are looking for a caring, patient and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to provide full-time 1:1 support to a primary-aged child with ADHD.

The Role

You will work closely with the child, class teacher and SENCO to provide consistent support throughout the school day. You will help the child to engage positively with learning, develop confidence and independence, and manage the challenges they may experience in the classroom.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support throughout the school day.
• Encourage engagement and participation in classroom activities.
• Support the child with focus, attention, organisation and transitions.
• Build a positive, trusting relationship with the child.
• Use appropriate strategies to support emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
• Adapt activities and learning approaches to meet individual needs.
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider school team.
• Encourage independence and celebrate the child's progress and achievements.
• Maintain a calm, consistent and nurturing approach at all times.

About You

• Patient, compassionate and enthusiastic.
• Confident supporting children with additional needs.
• Calm and consistent when managing challenging situations.
• Able to build strong, positive relationships with children.
• A good communicator and team player.
• Reliable, proactive and committed to helping children succeed.
• Previous experience supporting children with ADHD or SEN is desirable, although applications from candidates with relevant transferable experience will also be considered.

If you are passionate about making a genuine difference to a child's education, confidence and wellbeing, we would love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for 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.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with 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 all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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