1:1 Teaching Assistant – Chessington

 
1:1 Teaching AssistantLocation: Chessington, SurreyJob Type: Full-Time / Part-Time (Specify)Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school in Chessington. This rewarding role involves providing individualised support to a pupil with additional learning needs, helping them to access the curriculum, develop confidence, and achieve their full potential.
The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and other professionals to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
Key Responsibilities

Provide one-to-one support for a pupil with specific educational needs.
Assist with the implementation of personalised learning plans and interventions.
Support the pupil’s academic, social, emotional, and behavioural development.
Encourage independence and promote positive engagement in classroom activities.
Monitor progress and provide feedback to teaching staff and relevant professionals.
Help maintain a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.
Build positive relationships with pupils, parents/carers, and colleagues.

Requirements

Previous experience working with children in an educational setting is desirable.
Experience supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) is advantageous.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for supporting young people.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Relevant qualifications (e.g., Teaching Assistant Level 2/3) are desirable but not essential.

What We Offer

A welcoming and supportive school environment.
Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to a child’s education and wellbeing.
Competitive rates of pay.

How to Apply
If you are enthusiastic about supporting children to succeed and would like to be part of a dedicated educational team, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit your CV and a brief covering letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role.
 
WHY APPLY?

Long-term stable roles available
Full training and ongoing support
Weekly pay
Competitive daily rates (£90–£110)
Rewarding, life-changing work
Opportunities across Surrey SEND schools

*Important Notice: To successfully apply for the aboveposition, you should be eligible to work in the UK or hold a relevant workvisa. Safeguarding, quality and integrity are at the heart of what we do. PinkTile is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young peoplewithin education. During the application process, you will be required to:

Provide details for usto complete reference checks before employment.
Provide an Enhanced DBSon the update service or be willing to obtain one (which Pink Tile canassist with).

 
Pink Tile Education, their schools and candidates allshare the view of “Best Fit, Every Time” and our role is to ensurethat every candidate we place has a positive impact on the team of their newemployers. Please note the pay is inclusive of the 12.07% PAYE holiday.
 
We have a policy, as a matter of courtesy, to respond toall applications within three working days. However, because of the volume ofapplications, we sometimes cannot reply to individual enquiries. If we have notcontacted you within this specified time, your application may have beenunsuccessful on this specific occasion, but we encourage you to apply forpositions that you may see in the future. Alternatively, please check missedcalls and all your email folders as it may have been that we have tried toreach you. Thank you.*