Teaching Assistant
* Annual Salary: From £95 per day
* Location: Plymouth
* Job Type: Temporary (01/06/2026 - 22/07/2026)
* Working Hours: 8:30am-3:30pm Monday-Thursday, Friday until midday
We are seeking a calm, resilient, and adaptable Teaching Assistant to support a pupil with emotional regulation and demand avoidance needs within a primary school setting in Plymouth. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on a pupil's educational experience by providing tailored support and understanding.
Day-to-Day of the Role
* Provide one-to-one support for the pupil, responding quickly to their changing emotional needs.
* Use low-demand, non-confrontational approaches to encourage engagement and compliance with classroom activities.
* Adapt communication styles throughout the day, from calm reassurance to positive enthusiasm, depending on the pupil's emotional state.
* Support the pupil through challenging transitions, especially from preferred or free-choice activities back into structured learning tasks.
* Employ visual supports such as visual timetables to aid understanding and adherence to classroom routines.
* Balance focused individual support with wider classroom assistance, ensuring the learning needs of the entire class are met.
Required Skills & Qualifications
* Demonstrated ability to remain calm, patient, and resilient in unpredictable situations.
* Experience or a strong interest in PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance) informed practices.
* Skilled in managing emotional regulation and adapting teaching approaches to meet the needs of pupils.
* Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team within a dynamic classroom environment.
* Experience in educational settings, particularly in supporting pupils with additional needs, is highly advantageous.
Benefits
* Competitive daily rate starting at £95.
* Supportive and inclusive working environment.
* On-site car parking available.
* Opportunity to contribute significantly to the personal and educational development of pupils.
This role is not open to overseas sponsorship.
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