Teaching Assistant

Polaris Community; Kirklees; Presencial; GBP 21.000 - 23.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Company Pension

Life Assurance

Employee Discount Scheme

Descripción de la vacante

Polaris Community in Huddersfield is seeking a Teaching Assistant for a 12-month fixed-term, full-time role term-time only. Salary between £21,257 and £23,232.69 and benefits include a company pension, life assurance and an employee discount scheme.

The successful candidate will work in a new school within the Polaris Community, supporting pupils aged 7–18, with safeguarding and DBS checks required. A committed, caring approach to learning and development is essential.

Formación

• Strong basic education, ideally to A-level, with GCSE Grade C in English and Mathematics, and sound IT skills.
• Previous experience in a similar role e.g. Teaching Assistant.
• Experience working with SEMH within an educational setting.
• Willing to take on additional responsibilities in school areas (e.g. Food Hygiene, Forest School, Lunchtimes).
• Experience of behaviour management and techniques.
• Committed to professional development and willing to learn.
• Willing to undergo Enhanced DBS check prior to commencing work.

Responsabilidades

• Mentor and support one pupil or a small group of up to six pupils.
• Support the Classroom Teacher during lessons.
• Report on pupils' progress and concerns; liaise with staff to meet pupil needs.
• Supervise pupils during non-classroom time, including trips and activities.
• Assist with lesson planning and classroom preparation.
• Set work where appropriate and mark work.

Conocimientos

Teaching experience

Behaviour management

DBS check readiness

Educación

GCSE English & Maths (C)

Descripción del empleo

TEACHING ASSISTANT

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

Salary: 21,257 - 23,232.69

Benefits: Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme

Location: Huddersfield

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 Huddersfield, Leeds, our new school offers a safe and supportive environment for pupils from 7 to 18 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, and 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 30 years. Within the Polaris Community, we have Several 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 incredibly proud that 100% of our inspected 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.

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