One to One Teaching Assistant

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

Contract: 12 Month Fixed Term - Full-Time, Term Time Only

Salary: £21,257.48 - £23,232.69

Benefits: Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme

Location: Headingley

Start Date: Various start dates from January to March 2026

About Us

Are you ready to be part of a supportive and nurturing community that strives to achieve the best outcomes for young people? If so, Ormston School in Leeds could be the perfect place for you to develop your career and make a real difference in the lives of our students.

Located in Headingley, our school provides a safe and supportive environment for pupils aged 5 to 18. With significant investment and a wealth of new resources, you will have the opportunity to shape a learning environment that promotes self-discipline, engagement, and inspires a love for learning.

As part of the Polaris Community, we have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years. Our twelve SEN Schools across the UK work together to provide tailored, diverse, and appropriate education in a safe environment. We are proud that 100% of our Education services have been rated as Good or Outstanding by Ofsted.

Your Role

As a One-to-One Teaching Assistant, you will:

• 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, liaising with other school staff to meet pupils' needs.
• Supervise pupils during non-classroom time, including extracurricular activities and school trips.
• Assist with lesson planning and classroom preparation.
• Build positive relationships with your pupil/s to drive interaction and positive learning outcomes.
• Adapt resources to meet the needs of young people.

What We’re Looking For

To thrive in this role, you should have:

• A strong educational background, ideally to A-level, with a minimum of 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 prior to starting work.

What We Offer

At Ormston School, we value the emotional health and wellbeing of everyone, including you! Here’s what you can expect:

• A commitment to support your development through a wide range of professional opportunities.
• The chance to make a significant impact on the lives and lifelong learning of vulnerable children.
• A friendly and inclusive team passionate about improving pupil outcomes.

Join us in our mission to provide high-quality teaching in a safe educational environment. We can’t wait to welcome you to our team!

Polaris Community is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.