1:1 Teaching Assistant Support Role

Richmond Park School is seeking a dedicated and nurturing 1:1 Teaching Assistant (Native English Speaker preferable) to support a Year 1 pupil with specific learning needs. This is a unique opportunity for a patient, proactive, and emotionally intelligent individual to make a meaningful impact on a child’s academic and personal development within a warm and collaborative school community.

This position is particularly suited to someone with experience in Early Years or KS1, and/or a background in SEN or inclusive education.

• Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (core hours)

• Occasional additional paid hours available for afternoon cover and after-school activities

• Provide consistent 1:1 in-class support for a Year 1 child with identified special needs

• Help the child access learning by adapting tasks and using visual aids or simplified instructions

• Supervise and guide the child during whole-class lessons, transitions, and independent work time

• Lead short, purposeful 1:1 sessions during specialist lessons, focusing on:

o Catch-up on literacy or numeracy

o Reinforcement of classroom content

o Emotional regulation or social stories

• Communicate daily with the class teacher to ensure consistent support

• Observe and record relevant progress, behaviours, and triggers

• Foster the child’s independence, confidence, and sense of inclusion

Essential:

• Experience working with children aged 4–7 (Early Years or KS1)

• Excellent spoken and written English (native or near-native level)

• Patient, calm, and encouraging manner

• Ability to take initiative and adapt learning tasks in real time

• Commitment to inclusive education and child wellbeing

Desirable:

• Experience working with children with SEN (e.g., ADHD, ASD, speech delay)

• Familiarity with visual support tools and regulation techniques

• Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent

 What We Offer

• A warm, welcoming and supportive school community

• Opportunities for professional development and CPD

• A creative and child-centred environment

• Flexibility for additional hours based on school needs

Please send your CV and a short cover letter explaining your interest in the role to info@richmondpark.school. Early applications are encouraged, and interviews will be arranged as suitable candidates apply.