1:1 Teaching Assistant

1:1 Teaching Assistant – Lewisham – £95-£115 per day – Primary School – ASAP Start

1:1 Teaching Assistant required for a primary school in Lewisham

1:1 Teaching Assistant required to support a child in Year 3 with ASD and ADHD

1:1 Teaching Assistant required to start ASAP

Previous experience supporting children with ASD, ADHD or challenging behaviour would be highly desirable

 

Are you looking for a 1:1 Teaching Assistant role?

Do you have experience supporting children with ASD and/or ADHD?

Are you confident managing challenging behaviour, including verbal and physical behaviours?

Are you passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning and reach their potential?

 

If you answered YES, then this 1:1 Teaching Assistant role could be the perfect opportunity for you!

The Role

A large and highly regarded primary school in Lewisham is seeking a dedicated and resilient 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join their team as soon as possible. You will be working closely with a child in Year 3 who has ASD and ADHD, providing consistent 1:1 support throughout the school day. The child can display verbally and physically challenging behaviour, so the successful 1:1 Teaching Assistant will need to be calm, patient and confident when managing difficult situations. Your role will be to build a positive and trusting relationship with the child, support their emotional regulation and help them engage with learning and classroom routines. You will work closely with the class teacher and wider school team to implement appropriate strategies and ensure the child feels safe, supported and included within the classroom. The role will involve helping the child manage their behaviour, encouraging positive interactions with peers and supporting them to access the curriculum as successfully as possible.

The School

This is a large primary school in Lewisham with approximately 600 pupils and an Outstanding Ofsted rating. The school has a strong focus on creating an inclusive environment where children feel safe, valued and confident enough to take on new challenges. The school places a strong emphasis on positive relationships, inclusion and removing barriers to learning. Staff work collaboratively to understand each child’s individual needs and are committed to finding creative and practical ways to help every pupil reach their potential. You will be joining a supportive team with high expectations for all pupils. The school encourages children to develop qualities such as resilience, collaboration, creativity and independence, while ensuring that additional needs are recognised and appropriately supported.