1:1 Teaching Assistant

A supportive and inclusive primary school in Ealing is seeking a dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join their team as soon as possible. This role is available on a full-time or part-time basis, offering flexibility for the right candidate.

About the role

You will provide one-to-one support for a pupil with additional needs, helping them access the curriculum and fully engage in classroom activities. The role will involve working closely with the class teacher and SENCo to implement tailored strategies that support both learning and behaviour.

You will play a key role in promoting confidence, independence, and emotional wellbeing, ensuring the pupil feels supported throughout the school day.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing consistent 1:1 support for a pupil with SEN
• Supporting learning activities and classroom engagement
• Implementing individual support plans and strategies
• Promoting positive behaviour and emotional regulation
• Working closely with teaching staff and SENCo
• Monitoring progress and providing feedback

About the school

The school is a welcoming and well-structured primary setting with a strong focus on inclusion and pupil support. Staff work collaboratively to ensure all children, including those with additional needs, are given the best opportunity to succeed.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of 1:1 Teaching Assistant you will:

• Previous experience working in a primary school (preferred)
• Experience supporting pupils with SEN (desirable)
• Patient, calm, and proactive approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

• Previous experience
• Relevant qualifications

Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Smart Teachers

Smart Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Smart Teachers offer

As a valued employee of Smart Teachers, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

Smart Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Artemis Kazi on 0207 065 708 or email [email protected].