Teaching Assistant (1:1)

Leigh Academies Trust; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Term Time + 1 inset week

Job summary

Leigh Academy Peninsula East is seeking a teaching assistant (1:1) to support a KS1 pupil with communication and interaction needs. You will work closely with the SEN team and teachers to tailor support, promote independence and safety throughout the school day.

The role is fixed-term until July 2027, 32.5 hours per week, term time plus 1 inset week, with established routines and collaboration with external professionals.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting SEND pupils or children with complex needs.
• Strong spoken and written English and Mathematics.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to a designated child to access learning and develop independence.
• Work with class teachers, the SEN team and external professionals to meet the child’s needs.
• Support the child with aspects of personal care as required to ensure wellbeing.

Skills

1:1 support

SEND experience

English proficiency

Mathematics

Job description

Salary: Actual salary £19,547 per annum (£26,016 full time equivalent)

Leigh Academy Peninsula East has an exciting opportunity for a Teaching Assistant (1:1) to join our team and become a key part of our caring and inclusive school community.

Leigh Academy Peninsula East has an exciting opportunity for a Teaching Assistant (1:1) to join our team and become a key part of our caring and inclusive school community. This 1:1 position involves supporting a child in KS1 with communication and interaction needs, acting as a consistent adult dedicated to delivering their EHCP. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and making a meaningful difference to a child’s daily school experience.Our school is more than just a place to learn - it is a place to grow. We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate individual with experience supporting SEND pupils or children with complex needs, which is vital for this role. The successful candidate will also have a strong grasp of both spoken and written English and Mathematics, alongside excellent communication skills.In this role, you will work closely with a designated child throughout the school day, providing tailored support to help them access learning, develop independence and feel safe and supported within the school environment. You will work in partnership with class teachers, the SEN team and external professionals to meet the child’s individual needs.This position requires a flexible, patient and proactive approach and may include supporting the child with aspects of their personal care as part of ensuring their wellbeing.If you are a caring, approachable individual with a positive, can-do attitude, we would love to hear from you.Join us at Leigh Academy Peninsula East and help us create a nurturing and supportive learning environment for our students.This is a fixed-term opportunity until July 2027 and offers an actual salary of £19,547 per annum (£26,016 full-time equivalent), working 32.5 hours per week, Term Time + 1 week inset. Monday - Friday 8:30am - 3:30pm.