1:1 Support Assistant

Job Title: 1:1 Support Assistant
Location: Cwmbran
Salary: £83.85
Job Type: Full-Time
Start Date: 14^th March 2025

About Us:
Teaching Personnel is a leading provider of educational support services, dedicated to offering tailored learning experiences for children with varying needs. We work closely with schools to ensure that every child receives the support and guidance they deserve, promoting an inclusive and nurturing environment.

Job Description:
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to work closely with a child requiring additional support. The role will involve providing personalized assistance within the classroom, ensuring the student’s individual learning needs are met, and helping them achieve their academic potential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 support to a student who requires Additional Learning Support.
• Assist with lesson delivery, ensuring learning objectives are met.
• Create a positive and supportive environment for the student to thrive.
• Monitor and track student progress, providing feedback to the class teacher.
• Support the student in developing social, emotional, and academic skills.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, parents, and other professionals to implement effective strategies.

Essential Qualifications & Skills:

• Experience working with children, preferably in a 1:1 setting.
• Patience, empathy, and a strong desire to make a difference in a child’s education.
• Good understanding of child development and behaviour management techniques.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to adapt and respond to individual learning needs.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience working with children with specific learning needs or disabilities.
• Relevant qualifications in education or childcare (e.g., Teaching Assistant qualification).

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A supportive and inclusive team environment.
• Have contact and support with your very own personal consultant expert.
• Ability to utilise our Referral Scheme.
• The chance to make a real difference in a child’s life.

How to Apply:
If you are passionate about supporting children's learning and want to be part of a dedicated team, please upload your CV and/or contact the Newport Primary Branch on 01633 370633.

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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