SEND TA for Year 1 - One-to-One Support (Down Syndrome)

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Sefton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD & training

SEND-specific professional development

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is working exclusively with a small primary school in Seaforth to recruit a SEND Teaching Assistant for a Year 1 pupil with Down Syndrome. You will provide dedicated one-to-one support, adapt activities, and help the pupil access learning within an inclusive classroom.

The role involves working with the class teacher and SENCO to implement personalised strategies, monitor progress, and contribute to positive educational experiences.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children with SEND in a school, nursery, or care setting.
• A genuine passion for inclusive education.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to build positive, trusting relationships with children.
• Patience, resilience, and a nurturing approach.
• An understanding of additional learning needs and child development.
• Relevant Teaching Assistant qualifications (desirable but not essential).
• Experience supporting children with Down Syndrome, speech and language needs, or developmental delays would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated one-to-one support for a Year 1 pupil with Down Syndrome
• Adapt learning activities to meet the pupil's individual needs
• Encourage engagement, independence, and participation in classroom activities
• Support communication, social interaction, and emotional development
• Implement strategies outlined in EHCPs and support plans where applicable
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to teaching staff
• Foster a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SEND professionals, and parents

Skills

Communication skills

Patience

Relationship building

Team collaboration

Education

TA qualification (desirable)

Job description

Teaching Personnel is working exclusively with a small primary school in Seaforth to recruit a SEND Teaching Assistant for a Year 1 pupil with Down Syndrome. You will provide dedicated one-to-one support, adapt activities, and help the pupil access learning within an inclusive classroom.

The role involves working with the class teacher and SENCO to implement personalised strategies, monitor progress, and contribute to positive educational experiences.