1:1 Teaching Assistant

Pay Rate: £95-£120 per day depending on experience

Do you have a passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning and achieve success both in and out of the classroom?

Chalk Education are recruiting for a dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join a supportive primary school in Reading. This is a long-term, full-time opportunity starting immediately, providing focused support to a pupil who requires additional guidance to access learning, develop confidence, and reach their full potential.

Job Description

This role will involve:

• Providing dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil throughout the school day.
• Building a positive and trusting relationship that encourages engagement, confidence, and progress.
• Supporting a child with additional needs, which may include Autism (ASC), ADHD, speech and language needs, SEMH, or learning difficulties.
• Working alongside the class teacher and SENCO to implement personalised learning strategies and support plans.
• Adapting classroom activities to ensure the pupil can fully access lessons and learning opportunities.
• Promoting positive behaviour and using consistent strategies to support emotional regulation where required.
• Encouraging independence whilst providing the appropriate level of support.
• Supporting social interaction and helping the pupil develop positive relationships with peers.

Alongside the staff, you will be responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people.

To be considered for this role you will need:

• Previous experience supporting children on a 1:1 basis or within a school, care, youth work, or support setting.
• Experience working with SEND pupils is highly desirable.
• A patient, nurturing, and resilient approach.
• The ability to remain calm and adaptable when responding to individual needs.

Additional Requirements

• References confirming suitability for role.
• Commitment to Safeguarding.
• Enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

Benefits

• Support from dedicated and knowledgeable specialist consultants.
• Continual professional development through online training.
• Competitive pay rates related to your experience.
• Opportunities within a range of schools and educational settings.
• Refer a friend bonus with £100 in vouchers for both parties.

For more information, please contact Sam Alozie on 07377 969649.

Please note that the advertised pay rate is inclusive of holiday pay.