1-1 Teaching Assistant

Lead the Past, Influence the Future

Location: Hydesville Tower School
Job Title: 1-1 Teaching Assistant
Contract: Fixed Term - Full Time
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: Up to £21,041 per Annum

This is a fixed-term position linked to a specific pupil and will remain in place while the pupil attends the school.

About Us

Welcome to Hydesville Tower School, a thriving 2-16 co-educational independent day school, proudly part of the Outcomes First Group. Here, we believe in the power of small class sizes, exceptional behaviour, and a nurturing pastoral ethos, all while maintaining a strong focus on academic excellence.

Role Purpose

As a 1-1 Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in the educational and social development of a pupil with special educational needs. Working closely under the guidance of the SENDCo and teaching staff, your support will make a significant difference in their learning journey.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a pupil with additional learning needs, helping them access the curriculum and achieve their individual targets.
• Support the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and monitor progress against agreed objectives.
• Collaborate with teachers, the SENCo, and external professionals to enhance the pupil's learning and wellbeing.
• Promote independence, confidence, social skills, and positive behaviour.
• Assist with classroom preparation, learning resources, and maintaining an engaging learning environment.
• Support the pupil’s emotional, social, and personal development both inside and outside the classroom.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to reviews of pupil progress.
• Uphold safeguarding, health and safety, and school policies at all times.

About You

• Qualified Teaching Assistant with a solid foundation in English and Maths.
• Experience supporting children in an educational setting, ideally within an SEN environment.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with pupils, parents, and colleagues.
• A warm, patient, and nurturing approach, with a strong understanding of pupil wellbeing and pastoral needs.
• Creative, proactive, and able to use initiative to support learning and engagement.
• Organised, flexible, and adaptable to changing priorities and individual pupil needs.
• Committed to safeguarding, confidentiality, and maintaining high professional standards.
• Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a wider team.
• Willing to undertake further training and professional development.

Desirable Qualifications

• Additional SEN-related qualifications or training.
• Evidence of ongoing Continuous Professional Development (CPD).
• Good ICT skills and confidence using educational technology.
• Experience working with external professionals and implementing pupil support plans.

How to Apply

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact, please submit your application form and supporting statement via our recruitment portal.

Early applications are encouraged as we may invite strong candidates to interview before the closing date.

At Outcomes First Group/Hydesville Tower School, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults in our care. Successful applicants will undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check. We expect all employees to understand our Group Safeguarding Policy and undertake training.

We will conduct recruitment checks throughout the process with the permission of candidates.