One-to-One Teaching Assistant
29 days ago
Cambridge
\n Join Our Team at Polaris Education - Selwyn Hall School! Position: One-to-One Teaching Assistant\n Contract: Fixed Term, 1 year, Full Time (37.5 hours per week, Term Time only) Salary: £21,257.48 - £23,232.69 Location: Foxton, Cambridgeshire Vacancies: 8 positions available Start Date: ASAP Why Work With Us?\n At Selwyn Hall School, we believe in the power of education to transform lives. Our SEN school caters to 7-18-year-olds facing social, emotional, and mental health challenges. With a focus on individual attention, our small class sizes (4-6 pupils) ensure that every child receives the support they need to thrive. \n Located in a serene environment with expansive grounds, we offer a range of outdoor learning experiences, including forest school, sports facilities, and sensory trails. Inside, our refurbished classrooms are equipped for science, computing, music, drama, and art/DT, creating a vibrant learning atmosphere. \n As part of the Polaris Community, we have been dedicated to enhancing the lives of young people for over 30 years. Our schools across the UK are committed to providing tailored, diverse education in a safe and supportive environment, all rated 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, • Monitor and report on pupils' progress, collaborating with staff to meet their needs.\n, • Supervise pupils during non-classroom activities, including extracurricular events and school trips.\n, • Help with lesson planning and classroom preparation.\n, • Set and mark work as appropriate.\n, • Build positive relationships with pupils to foster engagement and learning outcomes.\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 at least GCSE Grade C or equivalent in English Language and Mathematics.\n, • Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant or in a similar role.\n, • Experience working with pupils with SEMH in an educational setting.\n, • Confidence to take on additional responsibilities, such as food hygiene or leading activities like forest school or yoga.\n, • Skills in behavior management and techniques.\n, • A commitment to professional development and a willingness to learn.\n What We Offer You\n \n, • A workplace that prioritizes the emotional health and wellbeing of everyone, including you!\n, • Support for your professional growth through a variety of development opportunities.\n, • The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of vulnerable children who deserve high-quality education.\n, • A friendly, inclusive team passionate about improving pupil outcomes.\n \n Please note that the successful candidate will need to complete an enhanced DBS check, which will be covered by Selwyn Hall School. \n We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from qualified candidates. Selwyn Hall School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff to share this commitment. \n