Description

1:1 Teaching Assistant – Reception (Down Syndrome Support)

Location: L12

Hourly rate: £13.80 + Holiday pay
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Until July (potential to continue)

About the Role

We are looking for a caring, confident and proactive 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a Reception child with Down Syndrome in a welcoming primary school in L12. This is a rewarding role supporting a pupil who responds well to clear boundaries and consistent guidance.

We are seeking someone who is warm, firm and able to give clear instructions. The pupil works mainly in the classroom, with some 1:1 sessions outside the classroom, and benefits from encouragement to stay engaged in class activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to a Reception child with Down Syndrome
• Encourage participation in classroom activities and help maintain focus
• Support learning both in class and during 1:1 sessions
• Promote independence, confidence and positive social interaction
• Assist with toileting when needed (pupil is toilet trained but may have occasional accidents)
• Maintain close supervision, including monitoring for mouthing behaviours
• Work collaboratively with the class teacher, SEN team and wider staff

About the Child

• A lovely, friendly Reception pupil
• No challenging behaviour
• Responds well to firm, confident guidance
• Toilet trained but may need support
• Occasionally puts objects in her mouth, so close supervision is essential

What We’re Looking For

• Experience supporting children in Early Years or primary settings
• Understanding of Down Syndrome or willingness to learn
• A calm, nurturing and patient approach
• Confidence in setting boundaries and giving clear instructions
• Ability to build a positive, trusting relationship
• Reliability, good communication skills and a proactive attitude

What we can offer

• Very competitive rates of pay
• Lucrative Refer a Friend Bonus scheme
• Commitment you your personal development including free training
• Pension contributions
• Annual Leave entitlement paid in every pay run

All applicants must hold an enhanced DBS certificate (or allow us to process one for you) and be registered on the DBS update service. Candidates will be asked to provide a minimum of five years references and successfully pass all safeguarding checks

For more information or to discuss your application further call our office on 0151 924 2073

If this position isn't quite what you are looking for- we also recruit: Early Years/Nursery Staff, Creche Workers, Teachers, Teaching Assistants, 1:1 SEN/ Learning Support, EBD Learning Support, Support Workers, Residential Childcare Workers, Project Assistants (for homeless community), Housing Officers, Social Workers, Education Welfare Officers, Family Support Workers and Administrators