1:1 Teaching Assistant
Location: Lincoln
Salary: £83.33 to £90 per day
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Full-time
GSL Education’s Lincoln branch is pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for a dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join our client schools. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about supporting students who require additional help on a one-to-one basis, providing personalised support to ensure their success in the classroom.
Job Summary:
As a 1:1 Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with an assigned student who requires individualised support in a mainstream or SEN school setting. Your role will involve assisting with their learning, helping to overcome barriers, and fostering a positive educational environment that meets their specific needs.
1:1 Teaching Assistant Job Responsibilities:
* Provide one-to-one support for a student, assisting with their academic progress and personal development.
* Work under the guidance of the class teacher to help implement tailored learning plans and strategies.
* Adapt classroom materials and lessons to meet the needs of the individual student.
* Help manage and encourage positive behaviour in line with the school’s policies.
* Monitor and record the student’s progress, reporting to the teacher and SENCO as needed.
* Build a trusting and supportive relationship with the student to encourage engagement and confidence in learning.
* Support the student during class activities and, if required, assist with personal care tasks.
Essential Requirements for a Successful 1:1 Teaching Assistant:
* Previous experience working with children, preferably in a 1:1 or SEN setting.
* Patience, empathy, and a strong commitment to supporting students with additional needs.
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with staff, parents, and outside agencies.
* Adaptability and the ability to use initiative when supporting students with varied needs.
* Strong organisational skills and attention to detail in maintaining student records and progress reports.
* An up-to-date CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or a willingness to apply for one).
GSL Education are an independent and ethical recruitment provider, working to meet the staffing needs of schools across Lincoln.
Please note that this role requires a strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection, and successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS on the Update Service.
For more information or to apply for the position of 1:1 Teaching Assistant, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.