One to One Teaching Assistant

Polaris Community; England; On-site; GBP 20,422 - 23,232; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension

Life Assurance

Employee Discount Scheme

Job summary

A supportive educational organization in Ipswich is looking for a dedicated One to One Teaching Assistant to foster the growth of pupils. The position is full-time on a 12-month fixed-term contract, with a salary between £20,422 and £23,232.69. The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background, ideally to A-level, and experience in a similar role. You will support classroom activities and report on pupil progress, contributing positively to their learning and development.

Qualifications

• Strong basic education, ideally to A-level, with minimum GCSE Grade C or equivalent.
• Experience in a similar role, such as Teaching Assistant.
• Previous experience of working with pupils with SEMH in an Educational setting.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and support one pupil or a small group of pupils.
• Support the Classroom Teacher during lessons.
• Report on pupils' progress and concerns.

Skills

Strong basic education

IT skills

Behaviour management

Education

GCSE Grade C in English Language and Mathematics

A-level education

Job description

Polaris Education - Redstone Hall School

One to One Teaching Assistant

Contract: 12 Month Fixed Term - Full Time - Term Time Only

Salary: £20,422 - £23,232.69

Benefits: Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme

Location: Ipswich, Suffolk

Are you ready to join a supportive and nurturing community that works together to achieve the very best outcomes for its pupils? If so, our new school in Ipswich could be the perfect place for you to develop your career and make a real difference to the lives of children and young people.

About the School

Located in Ipswich, our School has the capacity for up to 30 x Pupils and offers safe and supportive environments for pupils from 5 to 18 years old with a range of complex needs. We believe in fostering a positive and supportive environment where every child feels valued, respected, and empowered. Our commitment to a holistic approach ensures that academic progress is complemented by emotional well‑being and personal growth.

Redstone Hall School will form part of the Polaris Community alongside your current growing portfolio of schools across the UK, which are all rated by Ofsted Good or Outstanding. The Polaris Community have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years.

Role Responsibilities

• Dedicated to mentoring and supporting one pupil or else a small group of no more than six pupils
• Supporting the Classroom Teacher during lessons
• Reporting on pupils' progress and concerns, and liaising with other School staff to ensure pupils needs are met
• Supervision of pupils during non‑classroom time including extra‑curricular activities and school trips
• Assisting with lesson planning and classroom preparation
• Setting work where appropriate, and marking
• Building positive relationships with your pupil/s and driving interaction and positive learning outcomes

Requirements

• Have a strong basic education, ideally to A-level, with a minimum of GCSE Grade C or equivalent in English Language and Mathematics, and sound IT skills.
• Previous experience in a similar role, ie, Teaching Assistant
• Some previous experience of working with pupils with SEMH within an Educational setting
• Be experienced and confident enough to take additional responsibility in an area of school, ie, Food Hygiene, Forest School, Lunchtimes, School Yoga etc
• Experience of behaviour management and techniques
• Committed to professional development and willing to learn
• Must be willing to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check prior to commencing work.

What we Offer

• A workplace that values the emotional health and wellbeing of everybody (you included!)
• A commitment to support your development in acquiring new skills through a wide range of professional opportunities
• An opportunity to make a huge contribution to the lives and lifelong learning of vulnerable children who deserve high quality teaching in a safe educational provision
• A friendly and inclusive team who are passionate about improving pupil outcomes

The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS Check, cost of which will be met by Polaris Community.

Polaris Community is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Polaris Community is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.