Job Description

1:1 Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant

Location: Leigh,

Position: 1:1 Support (Year 1 Pupil)

Contract: Full-time / Term-time only

Start Date: Immediate / ASAP

Are you a patient, energetic, and dedicated educator looking to make a profound difference in a child's early school years?

A welcoming and inclusive Primary School in Leigh is seeking a specialised Teaching Assistant to provide dedicated 1:1 support for a wonderful child in Year 1. This role is ideal for someone who understands that "communication" goes far beyond spoken words and is passionate about breaking down barriers to learning.

You will be working closely with a young learner who has Autism (ASD) and ADHD. The pupil is currently non-verbal, requiring a staff member who is skilled in alternative communication methods and sensory regulation.

Key Responsibilities:

Communication Support: Utilising visual aids, PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System), or Makaton to help the pupil express needs and engage with the curriculum.

Behavioural Support: Implementing positive behaviour strategies tailored to ADHD, focusing on engagement, movement breaks, and task-splitting.

Sensory Integration: Managing a calm environment and using sensory tools to help the pupil remain regulated throughout the school day.

Academic Guidance: Adapting Year 1 phonics, literacy, and numeracy activities to meet the pupil's specific developmental level.

Collaboration: Working alongside the SENCO, Class Teacher, and external Speech and Language Therapists to track progress and implement EHCP (Educational Health and Care Plan) goals.

About You

We are looking for a candidate who is resilient, empathetic, and creative. To be successful in this role, you should have:

Experience: Previous experience working with children with ASD and ADHD (preferably within an EYFS or Key Stage 1 setting).

Communication Skills: Knowledge of non-verbal communication strategies (PECS, Makaton, or use of AAC devices) is highly desirable.

Personality: A calm "poker face" for challenging moments, a high level of patience, and a genuine joy for celebrating small wins.

To join us and be successful in this Teaching Assistant role you will need to:

  • Hold a L2 or above teaching assistant or equivalent qualification.
  • This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional reference checks
  • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and any employment breaks must be explained
  • You must have the legal right to work in the UK

If you're an experienced primary teaching assistant looking for an exciting new opportunity and would like to register with Tradewind Recruitment, please apply now and take the next step in your teaching career! Or for more information about the role, contact Lindsey Pennington on 01772 977333 /

Lindsey.pennington@twrecruitment.com

The benefits of joining Tradewind Recruitment;

  • Your income matters; we will always seek to get you the highest rate of pay and will provide you with the best possible advice
  • Your development matters; we offer our people free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars and resources via the incredible National College
  • Your flexibility matters; we tailor the working week to you - daily supply, long-term contracts and permanent positions available local to you
  • Your wellbeing matters; we put people at the heart of everything we do and are proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for 4 years running
  • We pride ourselves on our exceptional service to our candidates and are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer