One to One Teaching Assistant

Polaris Education; Leeds; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution seeks a One to One Teaching Assistant to provide tailored support to pupils in a nurturing environment. This full-time, term-time position is ideal for those passionate about making a difference in children's lives while promoting personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Company Pension

Life Assurance

Employee Discount Scheme

Support for professional development

Inclusive team environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant or similar role.
• Experience working with pupils with SEMH.
• Commitment to professional development.

Responsibilities

• Mentoring and supporting pupils in a one-to-one setting.
• Assisting teachers and preparing classroom resources.
• Supervising pupils during non-classroom time and activities.

Skills

Behaviour management techniques

IT skills

Education

Minimum of GCSE Grade C in English Language and Mathematics

Strong basic education ideally to A-level

Job description

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Polaris Children’s Services – Ormston School

One to One TEACHING ASSISTANT

Contract: Fixed Term Full-Time Term Time Only

Benefits: Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme

Location: Headingley

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 Leeds 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 Headingley, Leeds, our new school offers a safe and supportive environment for pupils aged 4 to 16 years old.

With significant investment and an abundance of new resources, the successful applicant will have the opportunity to shape and mould the school to create a supportive environment that promotes self-discipline, engagement, and inspires learning. Our mission is to provide each pupil with a diverse and appropriate education that encourages aspiration and achievement.

We are part of the Polaris Community and have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 20 years. Within the Polaris Community, we have six SEN schools across the UK that work together to provide each pupil with a tailored, diverse, and appropriate education in a safe, supportive environment that promotes engagement, inspires learning, and encourages achievement. We’re also proud that 85% of our inspected services have been rated as Good or Outstanding by Ofsted.

Role responsibilities

• Mentoring and supporting one pupil or a small group of no more than six pupils
• Supporting the Classroom Teacher during lessons
• Reporting on pupils’ progress and concerns, liaising with other school staff to ensure pupils' needs are met
• Supervision of pupils during non-classroom time, including extracurricular activities and school trips
• Assisting with lesson planning and classroom preparation
• Setting work where appropriate, and marking
• Building positive relationships with pupils and promoting interaction and positive learning outcomes

Requirements

• 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, e.g., Teaching Assistant
• Experience working with pupils with SEMH within an educational setting
• Confidence to take additional responsibilities in areas such as Food Hygiene, Forest School, Lunchtimes, or School Yoga
• Experience of behaviour management techniques
• Commitment to professional development and willingness to learn
• Willingness to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check prior to starting

What we offer

• A workplace valuing emotional health and wellbeing
• Support for your professional development through various opportunities
• Chance to contribute significantly to the lives and learning of vulnerable children
• A friendly, inclusive team passionate about improving pupil outcomes