1:1 Teaching Assistant - Primary School (Autism & ADHD Support)
Location: Stockton-on-Tees
Contract Type: Full-Time / Term-Time Only
Pay: 105 to 110 per day
Start Date: May 2025
Setting: Mainstream Primary School
Are you a patient, empathetic, and resilient individual passionate about making a difference in a child's life? A welcoming primary school in Stockton-on-Tees is seeking a 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a pupil with autism, ADHD, and behaviours that challenge.
This is a rewarding role where you'll play a key part in helping a child feel safe, understood, and supported-both emotionally and academically.
About the Role:
- Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a primary-aged pupil with autism and ADHD
- Assist with emotional regulation, behaviour management, and transitions throughout the day
- Support access to learning activities and adapt tasks where needed
- Use structure, consistency, and visual supports to meet the child's individual needs
- Collaborate with the class teacher, SENCO, and external professionals to implement strategies and interventions
- Monitor and record progress, triggers, and behaviours in line with school policy
We're Looking For:
- Experience working with children with autism, ADHD, or similar additional needs
- A calm, nurturing, and proactive approach to behaviour management
- Confidence in using behaviour strategies and de-escalation techniques
- Good understanding of SEND and the primary curriculum
- A relevant qualification such as Level 2 or 3 in Supporting Teaching & Learning (Essential)
- Team Teach or similar positive handling training (advantageous but not essential)
We Offer:
- A supportive and friendly consultant
- Access to ongoing training and professional development
- A well-resourced school with strong leadership and SEND support
- A real opportunity to make a positive impact in a child's school experience
If you're passionate about inclusion and ready to support a child who needs a consistent, caring adult by their side - we'd love to hear from you.
For more information, contact Jen on (phone number removed)
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