KS1 Teaching Assistant – St Helens

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Desian Education

Teaching Assistant (KS1 / 1:1 SEN Support)
Company: Desian Education
Location: St Helens, Merseyside
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: Competitive daily rate (dependent on experience)
Contract Type: Full-time, long-term temporary (with permanent potential)
Hours: 08:30 – 15:30, Monday to Friday

 

 

About the Role

Desian Education is recruiting a dedicated Teaching Assistant on behalf of a vibrant primary school in St Helens.

You will work full-time within a Key Stage 1 (KS1) classroom. Your primary responsibility is providing 1:1 support to a pupil with Special Educational Needs (SEN), specifically Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

This role is based inside the mainstream classroom. You will help the pupil engage with the curriculum alongside their peers.

 

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver 1:1 support to a KS1 pupil with ASD within the classroom setting.
  • Adapt learning resources to match the pupil’s specific learning needs.
  • Implement behavior strategies outlined in the pupil’s individual support plan.
  • Foster emotional regulation and social communication skills during lessons.
  • Collaborate with the teacher to track progress and feedback on development.

 

 

Requirements

  • Experience supporting children with SEN, specifically ASD, is highly desirable.
  • Strong understanding of KS1 curriculum and primary school environments.
  • Patient, resilient nature with a nurturing approach to inclusive education.
  • Excellent communication skills to build trust with the pupil and staff.
  • Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).

 

 

What We Offer

  • Long-term stability in a supportive St Helens primary school.
  • Path to permanency for the right candidate following the initial temporary period.
  • Dedicated consultant support from the Desian Education team.
  • Competitive weekly pay via PAYE.

 

 

How to Apply

If you want to make a real difference to a child’s education from September, apply today. Please submit your CV directly through this platform.

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