1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant - Year 1 (Down Syndrome Specialist)
Location: Poulton-le-Fylde / FY6 Area (Blackpool, Bispham, Thornton, Fleetwood)
Hours: Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 13:00 (Part-Time, Term Time Only)
Contract: Temporary (13th April - 24th July)
Start Date: ASAP (Pending Safeguarding/DBS Checks)
Are you an experienced Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding part-time role in a local Church of England Primary School?
We are seeking a dedicated 1:1 TA to support a delightful Year 1 boy with Down Syndrome. This role is central to his reintegration into school life, focusing on engagement, social interaction, and communication development.
The Role: 1:1 Support & Development
As a Year 1 SEN TA, your primary focus will be delivering tailored support to a single pupil with a limited vocabulary. You will:
1. Use play-based learning to facilitate academic and social development.
2. Turn everyday games into learning opportunities to boost peer engagement.
3. Implement Phonics strategies, using physical prompts and sounds to aid speech.
4. Work within a nurturing, high-achieving KS1 environment (Class size approx. 30).
Key Requirements
5. Qualifications: A recognised Teaching Assistant Qualification (Level 2 or 3) is essential.
6. SEN Experience: Proven experience supporting children with Down Syndrome or complex needs is a must.
7. Skills: Strong knowledge of Phonics and speech development is highly desirable.
8. Attributes: You must be patient, proactive, and genuinely passionate about early years development.
About the School (FY6 Area)
Our client is a quaint, high-performing C of E Primary School in the FY6 area, known for its academic excellence and creative curriculum. The school offers:
9. A supportive, disciplined, and nurturing environment.
10. Dedicated staff parking and excellent bus route links.
11. A commitment to core skills (Reading, Writing, Maths) alongside sports and arts.
Why Join Tradewind Recruitment?
12. Top Rates of Pay: We advocate for your income and offer expert financial advice.
13. CPD & Training: Free access to over 2,500 courses via the National College.
14. Flexibility: We tailor your working week to suit your lifestyle.
15. Well-being: Proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 Employer for 4 consecutive years.
Apply Today
If you are a compassionate SEN Professional ready to make a difference in this Year 1 child's journey, we want to hear from you.
Contact Kara Gardner: 01772 977 333