Role: 1:1 Teaching Assistant
Year Group: Reception
Location: ST19
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Full‑time, ongoing
Agency: Smile Education
Smile Education are seeking a compassionate and reliable One‑to‑One Teaching Assistant to support a pupil in Reception at a welcoming primary school located in the ST19 area. The child has communication needs, so we are looking for someone who is patient, nurturing, and confident providing individualised support.
About the Role
As the school’s 1:1 Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities will include:
Providing personalised support to a Reception aged pupil with additional needs
Supporting the pupil’s learning through tailored activities and interventions
Helping to develop communication, confidence, and independence
Working closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and wider support staff
Ensuring a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environmentThis role is ideal for someone who is caring, patient, and committed to helping a child thrive both academically and emotionally.
About the School
A warm and inclusive ethos
A supportive and understanding staff team
Strong SEN provision and experienced leadership
A child‑centred approach to learning and wellbeingApplicant Requirements
Experience supporting children with SEN or additional needs (essential)
Qualifications:
Level 3 Early Years Educator (EYE)
Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator)
Level 3 NVQ in Children’s Care, Learning and Development
Level 3 CACHE Diploma in Childcare and Education (Early Years Educator)
Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Children’s Play, Learning and Development
Level 3 T Level in Education and Early Years (with placement completed)
Level 2 or 3 Supporting Teaching & Learning
Level 2 or 3 Specialist Supporting Teaching & Learning
Level 2 or 3 Children and Young Persons WorkforceWhy Join Smile Education?
Competitive and fair pay rates
Dedicated consultant support
Access to CPD, including SEN and safeguarding training
A friendly, reputable agency that values its support staffHow to Apply Submit your CV today to express your interest. A member of the Smile Education team will be in touch to discuss the role further.
“The successful candidate will be subject to all necessary pre-employment checks including enhanced DBS; Prohibition check; Childcare Disqualification; sufficient references, qualifications; medical fitness; identity and right to work”
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We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications
Salary description
£80.00 - £110.00 per day