Job Description

1:1 Teaching Assistant - Primary School

We are working with a

lovely primary school in Selsey

who are looking for a

full-time 1:1 Teaching Assistant

to join their supportive team from

September

.


This rewarding role involves supporting a

pupil with additional needs

who requires

individualised support

throughout the school day. The child can present

challenging behaviour

and may sometimes

refuse to be in the classroom

, so we are looking for someone with

experience in SEND settings

who is confident in

supporting children who become dysregulated

.


The child

loves puzzles

and thrives with

adult support

, so building a

positive and trusting relationship

will be key to helping him engage in learning and enjoy his time at school. This is a role where

patience and empathy

are essential, as forming a bond will take time - but the rewards of seeing progress will be worth it!

The Role:

Working

1:1 with a pupil with additional needs

Supporting with

emotional regulation and engagement in learning

Using his interests to redirect focus and create a calm atmosphere. Encouraging participation in classroom activities and providing alternative support where needed Using your

patience and creativity

to build a strong relationship over time

Key Details:

Hours:

8:30am - 3:30pm, Monday to Friday

Pay:

89 per day

Start:

September

Experience:

Previous

SEND experience

required, particularly with children who may become dysregulated or need extra emotional support
If you are

patient, passionate, and confident supporting pupils with additional needs

, we would love to hear from you!

What We're Looking For:

A background (personal or professional) in SEND, care, or mental health

(If personal, please include this clearly on your CV!)
A resilient, proactive, and reliable attitude Confidence in managing challenging behaviour and supporting emotional needs Energy, compassion, and commitment to making a positive impact Availability to work until at least 4:30 PM most days

Additional Information:

Small classes with support from other Teaching Assistants and a Teacher Full training and ongoing support provided Flexible full-time hours for the right candidate

Important Notice:

To apply for this position, you

must have the right to work in the UK

or hold a valid work visa.


At

Pink Tile Education

, safeguarding, quality, and integrity are at the heart of what we do. We're committed to protecting the welfare of children and young people, and all applicants must:


Provide references for pre-employment checks Hold a Children's (or Children's and Adults) Workforce Enhanced DBS on the update service, or be willing to obtain one

Pay is inclusive of 12.07% PAYE holiday pay.

We aim to respond to all applications within three working days. If you haven't heard from us, please check your emails and missed calls. Due to volume, we may not always be able to respond individually if your application is unsuccessful.