1:1 Teaching Assistant - Start ASAP!

Are you looking for a new role where you can have a lasting impact on the lives and progress of children? If so, we want to hear from you today!

Prospero Teaching is looking for a passionate, proactive and enthusiastic 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support the learning of a pupil in Year 3 with ASD in one of our excellent Primary Schools in Newcastle (NE5) on a full-time basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to build positive relationships with pupils on a 1:1 basis and have a long-term, positive impact on their lives, progress and development.

About the Role:

• The role will involve supporting a pupil with ASD who is also none-verbal.
• The role will also involve working alongside the Class Teacher to plan and deliver inspiring learning activities that are suited to the needs and learning style of pupils.
• A key part of the role will be to develop an understanding of the needs and learning style of the pupil, working closely alongside Class Teachers and colleagues to establish routines and strategies that allow the pupil to make progress.

About the School:

• The role is based in an inspirational Primary School in Newcastle.
• The role is to support a pupil in KS2 on a 1:1 basis

Pay, Hours and Contract:

• Pay - Between £95-110 per day
• Hours - 08.30-15.30
• Contract - Full-time until the end of the Academic Year in July 2026. For the right candidate, there is the strong possibility of the role becoming permanent.
• Start Date - ASAP.
• Location - Newcastle

Experience/Qualifications and Requirements:

• A Supporting Teaching and Learning or Childcare-based Qualification (desired)
• Experience of working with Children in Schools in the UK

• An ability to build positive relationships and a rapport with pupils and staff.
• A resilient, proactive, and positive nature

• Hold Right to Work in the UK
• Ability to drive and access to a car (desired)
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
• Provide two professional references that cover the last two years

About Prospero:

• Prospero Teaching is a Supply Agency that has branches across the world. We provide day-to-day, short-term and long-term cover.
• We also offer a range of free CPD Certified Training to allow you to keep your skills, knowledge and understanding current and up to date.

If you are interested in the role and would like to be considered, please apply promptly as the School are looking to appoint ASAP!

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