Year 1 Teaching Assistant – Primary School – Bournemouth
Start Date: September 2025 | Contract Type: Full-Time (Fixed Term to July 2026)
Are you passionate about supporting young learners and ready to make a difference in a Year 1 classroom?
GSL Education are looking for a dedicated full-time Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming mainstream primary school in Bournemouth. You will provide 1:1 support to a pupil with Autism and behavioural needs, helping them access the curriculum and thrive in their learning environment. This is a fixed-term position running from September 2025 to July 2026, with a trial day scheduled for the first day back in September to ensure the right fit for both the school and candidate.
Main Responsibilities of a Year 1 Teaching Assistant (Year 1 TA):
* Provide tailored 1:1 support to a Year 1 pupil with Autism and behavioural challenges
* Assist in creating a calm, structured environment that promotes positive behaviour and engagement
* Collaborate closely with the class teacher and SENCo to implement individual support plans
* Support the pupil’s emotional wellbeing and help them participate fully in classroom activities
* Monitor progress and contribute to ongoing assessment and planning
Key Requirements for Year 1 Teaching Assistant (Year 1 TA):
* Previous experience working with children in any capacity, such as nursery practitioner, sports coach, childminder, or care background
* A degree in Education, Psychology or a similar field.
* CACHE Level 2/3 or NVQ Level 2/3 in Teaching Assistant or similar is desirable but not essential
* Understanding and patience to support a child with Autism and behavioural needs
* Effective communication and teamwork skills
* Commitment to safeguarding and inclusion
* Have an up-to-date CV (covering the last ten years, barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one)
Why Join GSL:
* Personalised consultant support to match you with the best roles
* Transparent and ethical recruitment processes
* Access to rewarding opportunities within supportive school environments
* Chance to positively impact children’s learning and development
If you’re ready to support a young learner with Autism and behavioural needs in a dynamic primary school setting, we’d love to hear from you.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service. GSL offers equal opportunities to applicants from all members of the community.
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the Year 1 Teaching Assistant role in Bournemouth, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.
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