Teaching Assistant

Senploy; Banbury; Presencial; GBP 18.000 - 24.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Company Pension

Life Assurance

Employee Discount Scheme

Descripción de la vacante

Polaris Education – The Olive Frances School in Banbury is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a nurturing community. The role supports one pupil or a small group, assists teachers, and contributes to a positive learning environment at a school that serves students aged 5 to 18 with diverse needs.

We offer a supportive team, term-time full-time hours, and benefits including a company pension, life assurance, and an employee discount scheme.

Formación

• Strong GCSE results in English and Maths required.
• Experience as a Teaching Assistant preferred.
• Experience with SEMH in education advantageous.
• Willing to DBS check and drive with own transport.
• Willing to take additional school responsibilities.

Responsabilidades

• Support one pupil or small group during lessons.
• Assist the class teacher during lessons.
• Report on pupil progress and liaise with staff.
• Supervise pupils during non-class time and trips.
• Help with lesson planning and classroom prep.
• Set work and mark where appropriate.
• Build positive relationships to drive learning outcomes.

Conocimientos

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

IT skills

Teaching Assistant experience

Behaviour management

Professional development

DBS check

Own transport

Educación

GCSE/Equivalent

A-levels or equivalent

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

Polaris Education - The Olive Frances School, Banbury

Teaching Assistant

Contract: Full-Time Term Time Only

Benefits: Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme

Location: Banbury, Oxfordshire

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 Banbury 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 Banbury, Oxfordshire, our School has the capacity for up to 84 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.

Our School will form part of the Polaris Community who have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years, alongside our current growing portfolio of schools across the UK. We're incredibly proud that 100% of our education services have been rated as Good or Outstanding by Ofsted.

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
• It is essential that you drive and have your own transport

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

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.