A long-term client of ours is looking for a Dyslexia and Reading Specialist to be a 1:1 teaching assistant to work with their seven year-old son, who has a diagnosis of autism and ADHD, and has made great strides under the guidance of their previous assistant, who has really helped develop the boy’s behaviour, creativity and stability in school.
The family are looking for someone to work with the boy to help him develop further in maths, reading and phonics, and to work on his focus and homework.
The boy has a playful personality and is interested in sports and comics, though he is 12-18 months behind his peers and can struggle with motivation and focus. The key aim will be to reconcile these factors through redirection, phonics and maintaining a good working relationship with his Independent Prep School as he heads into Year 3.
The role:
- Work with school to focus on reading and phonics at KS1-2 levels
- Help him to build up his skills and independence
- Work on breaking down his time and transitions to help with focus
- Help him to feel included within his age group whilst differentiating his learning
- 0815-1540 working day with no afterschool needed
- £30,000+ depending on experience
Who we’re looking for:
- A Dyslexia, Reading and Writing Specialist who can build on his foundational skills
- Dyslexia-trained
- Someone who can work well with his existing specialists in Speech, OT and at school
- ⁃ An independent thinker and proactive do-er who can impress the same approach on the boy
Pay: From £30,000.00 per year
Application question(s):
- Describe your experience in supporting children with dyslexia and their reading.
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
