1:1 Teaching Assistant

Job Introduction

Job Title: 1:1 Teaching Assistant
Salary: £23,656 - £24,413 per annum (pro rata)
Hours: 30hrs 50mins
Location: Chawson First School
Fixed Term until 31st August 2027

At Chawson, we want every child to be Independent, Articulate and Aspirational – and we’re looking for caring, resilient and motivated people who can help our children thrive.

What we’re looking for:

• A genuine passion for supporting children including those with SEND
• Patience, empathy and a nurturing approach
• The ability to stay calm and confident in the face of challenging behaviour
• Ability to build positive relationships with children, staff and parents
• Flexibility, creativity and the confidence to think on your feet
• Willingness to learn and develop your skills – training will be provided

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing 1:1 support for a named child, through personalised activities
• Supporting learning and social development during lessons, interventions and playtimes
• Helping to deliver adapted provision in a quiet space or outdoor learning environments
• Working closely with teachers, our SENCO and outside agencies
• Contributing to the “assess, plan, do, review” cycle, supporting individual targets and work towards EHCP outcomes where necessary.

Please complete and return an Application Form by the closing date of Wednesday 1st July at 3pm. Applications should be returned or emailed. We would welcome applications from candidates who would like to be considered for flexible working, morning or afternoon will be considered.

Interviews will take place on Monday 6th July or Wednesday 8th July.

Benefits:

Why join Chawson?

• A supportive and welcoming staff team
• A strong commitment to professional development and training
• Opportunities to work in a creative, nurturing environment where every child is valued
• The chance to make a real impact on children’s lives every day

Disclosure Barring Service (DBS)
This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of criminal records via the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed. This will include details of cautions, reprimands, or final warnings, as well as convictions. The County Council has a commitment to safeguarding service users in our care.

Equality & Diversity: We are committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.

Application Closing Date: 01/07/2026 - 3pm
Anticipated Interview Date: 06th or 8th July 2026