One-to-One Teaching Assistant
12 days ago
Leeds
Join Our Team at Polaris Education - Ormston School! Position: Part-Time One-to-One Teaching Assistant\n Contract: 12-month fixed-term, 2 days per week (Mondays and Fridays), Term Time Only \n Salary: £21,257.48 - £23,232.69 FTE (£8,502.99 - £9,292.41 pro-rata) \n Location: Headingley, Leeds \n Start Date: ASAP Why Join Us?\n Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? At Ormston School, we foster a supportive and nurturing community dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for our students. This is your chance to develop your career while positively impacting the lives of young learners! About Our School\n Located in the vibrant area of Headingley, Leeds, our school provides a safe and supportive environment for pupils aged 5 to 18. With significant investments and new resources, you will have the opportunity to help shape our school culture, promoting self-discipline, engagement, and inspiring learning. Our mission is to deliver a diverse and appropriate education that encourages aspiration and achievement. \n As part of the Polaris Community, we have been transforming the lives of young people for over 30 years. With over fifteen SEN schools across the UK, we are proud to offer tailored education in a safe environment that promotes engagement and achievement. Plus, 100% of our education services have been rated as Good or Outstanding by Ofsted! Your Role and Responsibilities\n As a One-to-One Teaching Assistant, you will: \n \n • Mentor and support one pupil or a small group of no more than six pupils.\n, • Assist the classroom teacher during lessons.\n, • Report on pupils' progress and concerns, collaborating with other staff to meet their needs.\n, • Supervise pupils during non-classroom time, including extracurricular activities and school trips.\n, • Help with lesson planning and classroom preparation.\n, • Build positive relationships with the pupils you support, encouraging interaction and positive learning outcomes.\n, • Adapt resources to meet the needs of young people.\n What We’re Looking For\n To thrive in this role, you should have: \n \n • A strong educational background, ideally to A level, with a minimum of GCSE grade 4/C or equivalent in English Language and Mathematics, along with sound IT skills.\n, • Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant or in a similar role.\n, • Experience working with pupils with SEMH in an educational setting.\n, • The confidence to take on additional responsibilities in areas like food hygiene, Forest School, or school yoga.\n, • Knowledge of behavior management techniques.\n, • A commitment to professional development and a willingness to learn.\n, • A readiness to undergo an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check prior to starting work.\n What We Offer You\n At Polaris Community, we value the emotional health and wellbeing of our staff. Here’s what you can expect: \n \n • A workplace that prioritizes your wellbeing.\n, • Support for your professional development through a variety of opportunities.\n, • The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of vulnerable children who deserve high-quality education.\n, • A friendly and inclusive team passionate about improving pupil outcomes.\n \n The successful candidate will need to complete an enhanced DBS check, which will be covered by Polaris Community. \n We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from suitably qualified candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff to share this commitment. \n