1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant - Year 1
il y a 21 jours
Thornton-Cleveleys
1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant - Year 1 (Down Syndrome Specialist) Location: Poulton-le-Fylde / FY6 Area (Blackpool, Bispham, Thornton, Fleetwood) Hours: Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 13:00 (Part-Time, Term Time Only) Contract: Temporary (13th April - 24th July) Start Date: ASAP (Pending Safeguarding/DBS Checks) Are you an experienced Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding part-time role in a local Church of England Primary School? We are seeking a dedicated 1:1 TA to support a delightful Year 1 boy with Down Syndrome. This role is central to his reintegration into school life, focusing on engagement, social interaction, and communication development. The Role: 1:1 Support & Development As a Year 1 SEN TA, your primary focus will be delivering tailored support to a single pupil with a limited vocabulary. You will: Use play-based learning to facilitate academic and social development. Turn everyday games into learning opportunities to boost peer engagement. Implement Phonics strategies, using physical prompts and sounds to aid speech. Work within a nurturing, high-achieving KS1 environment (Class size approx. 30). Key Requirements Qualifications: A recognised Teaching Assistant Qualification (Level 2 or 3) is essential. SEN Experience: Proven experience supporting children with Down Syndrome or complex needs is a must. Skills: Strong knowledge of Phonics and speech developm...