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1:1 Teaching AssistantTeaching Personnel • Glastonbury, Somerset, England
1:1 Teaching Assistant

1:1 Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel • Glastonbury, Somerset, England
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
  • Temporary
Job description

Job Title: 1:1 Teaching Assistant (SEN)
Location: Glastonbury area
Start Date: September 2026
Pay: £90 – £94 per day

We are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a pupil with additional needs in a mixed Year 5/6 class at a welcoming school in the Glastonbury area, starting in September 2026.

This rewarding role involves providing consistent one-to-one support to help the pupil access learning, develop confidence, and engage positively within the classroom environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in helping the child navigate daily classroom routines while supporting both their academic progress and emotional wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide 1:1 support for a pupil with additional needs within a mixed Year 1/2 classroom
  • Help the pupil access lessons and classroom activities
  • Support the development of social, emotional, and communication skills
  • Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement support strategies
  • Adapt approaches throughout the day to meet the pupil’s changing needs
  • Promote a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment

The Ideal Candidate

  • Ideally has previous SEN experience or a strong understanding of supporting pupils with additional needs
  • Demonstrates patience, dedication, and empathy
  • Provides consistency and reassurance to support the pupil’s learning and wellbeing
  • Is able to think on their feet and adapt to different classroom situations
  • Has a calm, proactive, and flexible approach
  • Works well as part of a team and communicates effectively with staff

Recruitment Process

A trusted consultant will arrange an interview to:

  • Discuss your previous experience
  • Explore classroom and safeguarding scenarios
  • Ensure all necessary documentation is completed, including:
    • Right to Work
    • References
    • Enhanced DBS

Successful candidates will also complete Safeguarding and Thrive training prior to starting the role.

If you are passionate about supporting young learners and want to make a real difference in the classroom, we would love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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