1:1 Teaching Assistant for Communication & Interaction Needs
What skills and experience we're looking for
Person Specification
Essential Criteria:
- Experience working with children, preferably in an educational setting.
- Understanding of communication and interaction difficulties.
- Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families.
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
- Commitment to the school’s vision and values.
Desirable Criteria:
- Relevant qualifications in education or special educational needs.
- Experience supporting pupils with similar needs.
- Knowledge of specific communication strategies or interventions.
What the school offers its staff
What We Offer:
- A supportive and inclusive school community.
- Opportunities for professional development.
- The chance to make a meaningful impact on a pupil’s educational journey.
- The flexibility of a job-share for the right candidates
Further details about the role
About the Role
We are seeking dedicated and compassionate candidates for a 1:1 Teaching Assistant role, available either full-time or part-time as a job share, to join our team at Stone with Woodford C of E Primary School. The successful candidates will support a pupil with communication and interaction needs, ensuring they can fully access the curriculum and school life.Approximately 80% of the timetable will involve direct 1:1 support, with the remaining 20% dedicated to interventions and general classroom assistance.
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a child’s learning journey, supported by our school’s values of kindness, respect, and resilience.
Key Responsibilities
As a 1:1 Teaching Assistant, you will:
- Provide tailored support to a pupil with communication and interaction needs.
- Implement personalised learning plans and interventions.
- Facilitate the pupil's engagement and participation in classroom activities.
- Adapt learning materials to meet the pupil's specific requirements.
- Collaborate with teachers, the SENCO, and external professionals to ensure cohesive support.
- Assist with general classroom duties and deliver group interventions as needed.
Commitment to safeguarding
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff, and volunteers, to share the same commitment. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check.