1:1 Teaching Assistant

We are looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking and highly motivated Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and dedicated team. Ideally, we require a TA with some SEND experience. We require a Teaching Assistant who can share and contribute to our high standards and expectations, supporting pupils and helping them achieve their goals.

You will be required to work supporting a child with additional needs under the advisement of the KS1 SENCO and Class Teacher. You will be required to help a specific child in their play, learning development and discovery in line with the EYFS,  key stage 1  and their own personal targets.

 We are particularly interested in hearing from you if you have previous experience of working with preschool/ early years children on a 1:1 basis, who have speech and language difficulties or mobility issues. It would also be beneficial if you have worked with children with or using the following;

• Makaton

• PECS- Picture Exchange Communication System

• Moving and handling

• Intimate care

The role will also include a half hour cover to support at lunchtime.

 Hours of work: Monday to Friday 8.30am – 3.15pm (with ½ hour for lunch) – 31 ¼ hours per week

 We require a TA who has experience of supporting children on 1:1 or a small group basis.

 Experience of, or willingness to learn, how to support a child’s needs including Speech & language and knowledge of supporting social skills and interaction. A competency in English, maths and IT is required.

 We offer:

• welcoming, friendly and hardworking staff

• enthusiastic children and parents who enjoy participating in school life

• a caring and supportive ethos where staff well-being is a high priority

• a sense of fun and enjoyment in an environment where colleagues all work together and support each other

• a modern building with excellent resources and facilities

 If you would like further details  or would like to look around our school, please contact the school office.          Email: office@hampton-hargate.peterborough.sch.uk

Please note this is a 1:1 contract.

 Closing date: 12.00pm Midday on Thursday 17th September  2026

Interviews: Week commencing 20th September 2026