Old Town Primary School

 

Old Town Primary School, Billy Lane, Old Town HX7 8RY– Part of The Pennine Alliance Learning Trust

 

1:1 Support Assistant for a Key Stage 1 pupil (Year 1)

Salary Scale 2 (£13.05 per hour) Fixed Term contract for 1 term initially starting September 2026

30 hrs per week: Monday – Friday 9.00-3.30pm (with 30 minutes lunch duty). This role would also suit a job share. Please state on your application if you prefer full time or part time position.

 

Required as soon as possible for – Key Stage 1 - Year 1

 

The governors wish to appoint a 1:1 Support Assistant who is enthusiastic and innovative to join our friendly team at this popular and successful village school.

As a Support Assistant, you will work closely with a child with SEN (ASD), providing dedicated 1:1 support to help them access the curriculum and reach their full potential.

 

We are proud of our academic achievements as well as the opportunities we provide for children to achieve success in a wide range of areas.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Offer tailored support to a specific child with SEN on a 1:1 basis.

• Assist in the implementation of the EHCP/Individual Education Plans (IEPs).

• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment.

• Collaborate with the class teacher and SENCO to address the child's needs.

• Provide regular feedback on the child's progress.

 

Requirements:

• Previous experience working with children with SEN.

• A genuine interest in working with children and supporting their educational development.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Relevant qualifications or training in supporting individuals with SEN (desirable).

 

 

In return we can offer:

 

• Children who are eager to be inspired, well behaved and want to learn.
• Dedicated supportive colleagues who work as a team
• An environment which supports professional development

 

 

 

Old Town School is committed to providing and secure and supportive environment in which children can develop.  Safeguarding children is a central part of our whole school approach and we expect all staff to share this commitment.  The successful applicant will be required to undertake a criminal check via a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service).

 

Visits to the school are welcomed; please contact the school for an appointment.  Please send completed application forms to admin@oldtown.calderdale.sch.uk

 

Closing date for applications and short listing – Friday 26^th June 2026 4pm

Interviews – Wednesday 1^st July 2026 am