1:1 Teaching Assistant - Non-Verbal Child Support Location: Coalville, Leicestershire Start Date: January 2025 Rate: £100 per day Contract: Full-time, 5 days a week

Aspire People are seeking a compassionate and patient 1:1 Teaching Assistant to provide dedicated support to a non-verbal child at a primary school in Coalville. This role will begin in January 2025, offering £100 per day for a full-time, Monday to Friday position.

In this vital role, you will work with a non-verbal child to help them engage with their peers, access the curriculum, and develop communication skills using alternative methods such as PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System), sign language, or other assistive communication tools. This is an incredibly rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children with communication challenges.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide 1:1 support to a non-verbal primary school-aged child, assisting with communication and learning activities

Implement communication strategies, including the use of PECS, sign language, or other tools, to support the child's interaction and learning

Work closely with the class teacher and SEN coordinator to create and follow tailored learning plans

Support the child's emotional and social development, ensuring they feel safe, included, and valued in the classroom

Assist the child during break times, transitions, and group activities to fost...