One to One Teaching Assistant

Join Our Team as a One-to-One Teaching Assistant!

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people? At Ormston School in Headingley, Leeds, we are on the lookout for dedicated Teaching Assistants to join our supportive and nurturing community. This is your chance to develop your career while helping students achieve their best!

About the Role

This is a 12-month fixed-term, full-time position during term time only, with a salary ranging from £21,257.48 to £23,232.69. You will be working closely with KS2, KS3, and KS4 students, providing one-to-one support to help them thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Mentor and support one pupil or a small group of no more than six pupils.
• Assist the Classroom Teacher during lessons.
• Report on pupils' progress and concerns, collaborating with other staff to meet their needs.
• Supervise pupils during non-classroom time, including extracurricular activities and school trips.
• Help with lesson planning and classroom preparation.
• Build positive relationships with pupils to drive engagement and learning outcomes.
• Adapt resources to meet the needs of young people.

What We’re Looking For

• A strong educational background, ideally to A-level, with at least GCSE Grade C or equivalent in English Language and Mathematics.
• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant or in a similar role.
• Experience working with pupils with SEMH in an educational setting.
• Confidence to take on additional responsibilities in areas such as Food Hygiene, Forest School, Lunchtimes, or School Yoga.
• Experience in behavior management techniques.
• A commitment to professional development and a willingness to learn.
• Willingness to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.

Why Join Us?

• A workplace that prioritizes the emotional health and wellbeing of everyone, including you!
• Opportunities for professional development and skill acquisition.
• The chance to make a significant contribution to the lives of vulnerable children.
• A friendly and inclusive team passionate about improving pupil outcomes.

At Polaris Community, we are proud to have 100% of our Education services rated as Good or Outstanding by Ofsted. Join us in our mission to provide a diverse and appropriate education that inspires learning and encourages achievement.

We can’t wait to welcome you to our team!