1:1 TA

Job title 1:1 Teaching Assistant (Temporary subject to needs and funding requirements of the school)

Contract: 32.5 hrs per week, Term Time plus 5 days

Salary Scale: Scale 1a, Pt3 (£25,614) FTE

Actual Pro-Rata: £19,158

Interview date: To be confirmed

Start date: ASAP

What does a L1/ 1:1 Teaching Assistant do?

In a nutshell, you will be working closely with an individual pupil or groups of pupils to provide dedicated support, ensuring they can fully access the curriculum and participate in school life. Your role is about more than just academic help; it is about building a secure, trusting relationship that empowers the children.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop a deep understanding of the specific needs of the pupils to provide effective 1:1 or group support.

• Implementing planned learning activities, observing achievements, and maintaining records to monitor progress and inform assessment.

• Assisting with personal care programmes—including hygiene, toileting, eating, and drinking—to encourage independence and dignity.

• Planning and providing practical assistance for physical needs, such as mobility and the organisation of learning equipment.

• Adhering to all school Safeguarding Policies and reporting concerns through the appropriate channels.

We are seeking a patient, kind, and organised individual who shares our belief in education that goes well beyond the academic. We are looking for someone with:

• Qualifications: GCSE Grade C or equivalent in English and Maths.

• Experience: Experience working within an educational setting is essential; experience working with SEND pupils is highly valued.

• Skills: Strong written and oral communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

• Attributes: A flexible approach, high integrity, and a genuinely friendly, approachable manner.

Our Fantastic DANCE Values

D - Harbour children deserve joyful (delight)schools that ignite creativity and learning through play. We invest in colleagues to ensure success and promote lifelong well-being for everyone.

A - We recruit the best colleagues and nurture talent in safe environments, inspiring our children to strive for excellence (ambition). By learning from the best, we improve and give back to our communities.

N - Harbour schools are rooted in care, valuing respect and empathy (nurture). We create supportive environments where children and colleagues thrive, preparing them for the future.

C - We promote pride, inclusion, and civic responsibility, celebrating diversity and community. Colleagues will experience belonging through collaboration, well-being, and continuous development.

E - Success comes when colleagues are empowered to innovate, take risks, and learn from failure. At Harbour, we encourage creativity and collaboration, helping both children and colleagues achieve their goals.

Our Magnificent Seven Behaviours

We will act with integrity, honesty and transparency in all that we do
We will trust our fellow professionals and value their skills and knowledge
We will work collaboratively and encourage others to do the same
We will work inclusively, building and celebrating inclusive and diverse communities
We will be kind to ourselves and in all our dealings with others, acting with
compassion and empathy
We will communicate regularly and with clarity with our stakeholders and with each other, welcoming and reflecting on constructive feedback from others

We will be aspirational for all, wanting the best for ourselves and for everyone