Are you passionate about supporting students and providing tailored assistance to help them thrive? We are looking for a dedicated and empathetic 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join our inclusive school community in Stoke-on-Trent. If you enjoy working closely with students to ensure they receive the individual support they need to succeed, this could be the perfect role for you!
Role: 1:1 Teaching Assistant - Stoke-on-Trent
As a 1:1 Teaching Assistant, you will be responsible for providing personalised support to a student with specific learning needs. You will work closely with the student in both individual and group settings, helping them engage with the curriculum and overcome any barriers to learning. This role will give you the opportunity to make a real difference in the student's academic and personal development.
The ideal candidate for the 1:1 Teaching Assistant role will have a patient, caring nature and a genuine desire to support students in achieving their full potential. You should be flexible, adaptable, and committed to providing tailored support that meets the individual needs of the student.
Key Responsibilities of the 1:1 Teaching Assistant:
Provide personalised support to a student with specific learning needs, both in and outside of the classroom.
Assist the student in accessing the curriculum, adapting materials and activities as needed to ensure their success.
Encourage and support the student's emotional, social, and academic development.
Help the student develop independent learning skills and increase their confidence.
Work closely with the class teacher to ensure that the student's learning plan is being followed.
Monitor and track the student's progress, providing regular feedback to teachers and parents.
Foster a positive and inclusive environment, ensuring the student feels supported and included in classroom activities.
Assist in the implementation of any behaviour management strategies or specific interventions required for the student.
Ensure that the student is safe and comfortable while learning, and offer guidance and encouragement when needed.
Key Skills and Qualifications:
Experience working with children or young people, ideally in an educational or childcare setting.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
A patient, empathetic, and adaptable approach to working with students with additional needs.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
A desire to support and motivate students to achieve their potential.
A relevant teaching assistant qualification (such as Level 2 or 3) or equivalent is preferred but not essential.
Previous experience working as a 1:1 Teaching Assistant or in a similar role is desirable but not essential.
If you are passionate about making a difference in a student's education as a 1:1 Teaching Assistant in Stoke-on-Trent, we would love to hear from you. Join us in helping students feel supported and empowered to succeed!
If you are interested in this, 1:1 Teaching Assistant position, please click 'apply now' and forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Alternatively, for an informal chat about the Supply Teacher role please contact Jodie Bennion, Secondary Recruitment Consultant at our Cheshire office in Nantwich.
Your consultant will be in touch with you to arrange the next steps in the recruitment process. All successful applicants will be required to attend an interview (online or face-to-face) and to undergo relevant safeguarding checks, including a full application form. All candidates who register with Simply Education will also have 2 years referencing taken up and will be required to have an enhanced DBS check completed. All offers are conditional pending the completion of all relevant checks.
We are currently working at full speed on the contacting all of our candidates. Feel free to reach out to us if you are keen on finding out more about CPD.
