1:1 Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 16 November 2025 |
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| Salary: | £16 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 12 December 2025 |
| Location: | Kendal, Cumbria |
| Company: | senploy |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 194644 |
Summary
Term-Time Only | Start Date: ASAP
Make a Lasting Impact on a Child's Learning Journey
We are looking for a thoughtful, engaging, and compassionate 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school and support a KS2 pupil with global developmental delay, currently working at a KS1 level. This long-term opportunity is perfect for someone who can bring warmth, creativity, and consistency to their support, helping the pupil thrive in a personalised learning environment.
In this rewarding position, you will work closely with the class teacher to provide tailored, hands-on support that enables the pupil to engage with learning, develop confidence, and grow socially and academically. Key responsibilities include:
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Providing patient and calm 1:1 support throughout the school day
Providing patient and calm 1:1 support throughout the school day
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Using creative, practical strategies to make learning meaningful and engaging
Using creative, practical strategies to make learning meaningful and engaging
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Supporting communication, independence, and confidence within the classroom
Supporting communication, independence, and confidence within the classroom
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Encouraging social interaction and peer inclusion at the child's pace
Encouraging social interaction and peer inclusion at the child's pace
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Collaborating with teachers and the SENCO to follow an adapted curriculum plan
Collaborating with teachers and the SENCO to follow an adapted curriculum plan
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Offering consistent encouragement and reassurance to help the pupil feel secure
Offering consistent encouragement and reassurance to help the pupil feel secure
We are seeking someone with experience in SEND, care, or 1:1 support, who can adapt to the pupil's individual needs and provide nurturing guidance. Key qualities include:
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Adaptable, responsive, and compassionate
Adaptable, responsive, and compassionate
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Consistent, calm, and emotionally attuned
Consistent, calm, and emotionally attuned
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Confident in supporting pupils working below age-related expectations
Confident in supporting pupils working below age-related expectations
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Experience in SEND, EYFS, or 1:1 support roles, or transferable skills from care or related settings
Experience in SEND, EYFS, or 1:1 support roles, or transferable skills from care or related settings
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A collaborative team player with strong communication skills
A collaborative team player with strong communication skills
This inclusive and caring primary school values every child as an individual. Staff work collaboratively to support additional needs and build trusting relationships with pupils and families. The school provides a nurturing environment where pupils are encouraged to grow at their own pace and develop both confidence and ability.
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Monday to Thursday: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Monday to Thursday: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
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Friday: 9:00am - 3:00pm
Friday: 9:00am - 3:00pm
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Term-time only
Term-time only
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Start Date: ASAP
Start Date: ASAP
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Competitive pay, inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay
Competitive pay, inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay
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Supportive and collaborative team with SEND expertise
Supportive and collaborative team with SEND expertise
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Opportunity to gain valuable long-term experience, with potential for a permanent role
Opportunity to gain valuable long-term experience, with potential for a permanent role
If you're passionate about inclusive education and ready to bring your caring, creative approach to this classroom, we'd love to hear from you.
Safeguarding:
We are committed to safeguarding children and follow a stringent safer recruitment process. All candidates are required to hold a current Enhanced DBS Disclosure. If you are not subscribed to the DBS Update Service, a new application may be required.
Make a Lasting Impact on a Child's Learning Journey
We are looking for a thoughtful, engaging, and compassionate 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school and support a KS2 pupil with global developmental delay, currently working at a KS1 level. This long-term opportunity is perfect for someone who can bring warmth, creativity, and consistency to their support, helping the pupil thrive in a personalised learning environment.
In this rewarding position, you will work closely with the class teacher to provide tailored, hands-on support that enables the pupil to engage with learning, develop confidence, and grow socially and academically. Key responsibilities include:
-
Providing patient and calm 1:1 support throughout the school day
Providing patient and calm 1:1 support throughout the school day
-
Using creative, practical strategies to make learning meaningful and engaging
Using creative, practical strategies to make learning meaningful and engaging
-
Supporting communication, independence, and confidence within the classroom
Supporting communication, independence, and confidence within the classroom
-
Encouraging social interaction and peer inclusion at the child's pace
Encouraging social interaction and peer inclusion at the child's pace
-
Collaborating with teachers and the SENCO to follow an adapted curriculum plan
Collaborating with teachers and the SENCO to follow an adapted curriculum plan
-
Offering consistent encouragement and reassurance to help the pupil feel secure
Offering consistent encouragement and reassurance to help the pupil feel secure
We are seeking someone with experience in SEND, care, or 1:1 support, who can adapt to the pupil's individual needs and provide nurturing guidance. Key qualities include:
-
Adaptable, responsive, and compassionate
Adaptable, responsive, and compassionate
-
Consistent, calm, and emotionally attuned
Consistent, calm, and emotionally attuned
-
Confident in supporting pupils working below age-related expectations
Confident in supporting pupils working below age-related expectations
-
Experience in SEND, EYFS, or 1:1 support roles, or transferable skills from care or related settings
Experience in SEND, EYFS, or 1:1 support roles, or transferable skills from care or related settings
-
A collaborative team player with strong communication skills
A collaborative team player with strong communication skills
This inclusive and caring primary school values every child as an individual. Staff work collaboratively to support additional needs and build trusting relationships with pupils and families. The school provides a nurturing environment where pupils are encouraged to grow at their own pace and develop both confidence and ability.
-
Monday to Thursday: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Monday to Thursday: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
-
Friday: 9:00am - 3:00pm
Friday: 9:00am - 3:00pm
-
Term-time only
Term-time only
-
Start Date: ASAP
Start Date: ASAP
-
Competitive pay, inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay
Competitive pay, inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay
-
Supportive and collaborative team with SEND expertise
Supportive and collaborative team with SEND expertise
-
Opportunity to gain valuable long-term experience, with potential for a permanent role
Opportunity to gain valuable long-term experience, with potential for a permanent role
If you're passionate about inclusive education and ready to bring your caring, creative approach to this classroom, we'd love to hear from you.
Safeguarding:
We are committed to safeguarding children and follow a stringent safer recruitment process. All candidates are required to hold a current Enhanced DBS Disclosure. If you are not subscribed to the DBS Update Service, a new application may be required.