1:1 Teaching Assistant

About Role:

We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and proactive 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join a school in Knowsley starting as soon as possible. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the life of a young person, providing tailored academic and emotional support within a secondary school setting.

1:1 Teaching Assistant

Location - Knowsley
Type of work - Long Term
Start date - As soon as possible
Contract type - Long-term Temporary
Full time/part time - Full time
Hours: - 8:30 am - 3:30 pmKey Responsibilities:

Assisting student with wheelchair
Work closely with a specific student to support their learning and progress across the curriculum.
Assist with adapting lesson materials to meet the student's individual needs.
Promote student engagement, confidence, and independence.
Liaise effectively with teachers, SENCO, and parents/carers.
Support the delivery of individual education plans (IEPs) and behaviourThe Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Previous experience supporting wheelchair users
Experience working with young people in an education setting, particularly those with additional learning needs, is desirable.
Patient, empathetic, and adaptable
Able to work collaboratively with staff
A relevant qualification (e.g. Teaching Assistant or equivalent) is an advantage.To be eligible:

Hold Right to Work in the UK
Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application.
Ability to provide a minimum of two professional references covering 24 months/to cover the last 2 yearsIf you are interested in this role, please apply to this advert.

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Prospero Teaching is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed