Reception Teaching Assistant (1:1)

A welcoming primary school is seeking a Reception Teaching Assistant to provide dedicated 1:1 support for a child in Reception. This is a mornings-only role running until Christmas, offering the opportunity to make a real difference in a child's early educational journey.

The successful candidate will support a looked-after child (LAC) with an EHCP, helping them engage positively with learning and develop key social and communication skills.

The Role

• Reception Teaching Assistant
• 1:1 support role
• Mornings only
• Immediate start until Christmas
• Supporting a child with an EHCP
• Working closely with the class teacher and SEND team
• Encouraging engagement, emotional regulation and positive interactions

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience supporting children with SEND is essential
• Knowledge of SEMH/SEBD needs is highly desirable
• Confident supporting children with language and communication delays
• Physically active and able to support a highly mobile child safely throughout the school day
• Patient, resilient and nurturing approach
• Strong relationship-building and behaviour management skills

The Child

You will be supporting a Reception-aged pupil who:

• Has an EHCP and is a looked-after child (LAC)
• Has social, emotional and behavioural difficulties (SEBD)
• Has a language delay but is verbal and enjoys communicating
• Requires support with social interaction and engagement
• Is extremely active, enjoys climbing and running, and requires close supervision to ensure safety

The School

This primary school is committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment where all pupils can succeed.

If you have the experience, energy and dedication to support a child with complex needs on a 1:1 basis, we would love to hear from you.

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