Impactful Teaching Assistant for SEN & SEMH

Polaris, company; Laund; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension

Life Assurance

Employee Discount Scheme

Job summary

Polaris Education’s Holdsworth School in Burnley, Lancashire, is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support one pupil or a small group, assist the teacher during lessons, and help track progress and pupil welfare.

The role requires GCSEs in English and Maths, prior TA experience, DBS clearance, and a commitment to professional development. The school values safeguarding and offers a supportive, inclusive environment within a term-time, full-time framework.

Qualifications

• GCSE Grade C or equivalent in English and Maths.
• Prior experience as Teaching Assistant.
• Experience working with pupils with SEMH.
• DBS check prior to commencing work.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and support one pupil or a small group (up to six).
• Support the classroom teacher during lessons.
• Report on pupils' progress and concerns to staff.
• Supervise pupils during non-classroom time and trips.
• Assist with lesson planning and preparation.
• Set work and mark as appropriate.
• Build positive relationships to promote learning.

Skills

Teaching assistant experience

Behaviour management

Communication

IT skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

A-levels

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Polaris Education’s Holdsworth School in Burnley, Lancashire, is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support one pupil or a small group, assist the teacher during lessons, and help track progress and pupil welfare.

The role requires GCSEs in English and Maths, prior TA experience, DBS clearance, and a commitment to professional development. The school values safeguarding and offers a supportive, inclusive environment within a term-time, full-time framework.