1:1EYFS Teaching Assistant

Role: 1:1 Teaching Assistant (Early Years Foundation Stage / EYFS)

Location: Ashington, Northumberland

Contract: Full-time, temporary (Academic Year 2026/27)

Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday (Term time only)

Start Date: September 2026

Are you a compassionate, patient, and resilient individual looking to make a genuine difference in a child’s early education?

Our welcoming primary school in Ashington is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a wonderful pupil entering our Early Years (EYFS) setting this September. This pupil has Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and requires a consistent, supportive adult to help them navigate their school day, manage big emotions, and safely access their learning through play.

This is a full-time role commencing at the start of the academic year in September 2026, and is highly likely to run through to July 2027.

Key Responsibilities

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Provide dedicated 1:1 support to an EYFS pupil with SEMH needs, helping them build confidence and settle into school life.

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Implement tailored emotional support strategies, helping the pupil recognize, express, and self-regulate their feelings.

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Work closely with the class teacher and Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCo) to deliver targeted intervention plans.

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Foster an inclusive, safe, and stimulating environment where the pupil can learn through play and structured activities.

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Build a positive, trusting relationship with the pupil, their family, and external support teams.

What We Are Looking For

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Experience: Ideally, you will have specific experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), particularly SEMH. However, we are very keen to hear from anyone with a strong background in general school support or early years environments who possesses the right attitude and empathy.

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Approach: A calm, patient, and nurturing demeanour. You should be resilient, adaptable, and able to remain grounded during challenging moments.

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Skills: A good understanding of how young children develop and the ability to use creative, play-based methods to keep a child engaged.

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Reliability: Consistency is vital for this pupil, so we need someone committed to the full standard school hours (8:30am – 3:30pm) for the entire academic year.

What Our School Offers

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A warm, inclusive, and deeply supportive staff team.

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Dedicated guidance and mentorship from our experienced SENCo and EYFS Lead.

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Opportunities for ongoing professional development and specialized SEMH training.

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A vibrant school community right in the heart of Ashington.

Safeguarding Note: Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide satisfactory references
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed