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

Location: Headingley

Start Date: ASAP/September 2026

About Us

Welcome to Ormston School, where we believe in creating a supportive and nurturing community that empowers young people to achieve their best! Located in the vibrant area of Headingley, Leeds, our school caters to pupils aged 5 to 18 years. With significant investment in resources, we are dedicated to fostering an environment that promotes self-discipline, engagement, and a love for learning.

As part of the Polaris Community, we have been transforming the lives of young people for over 30 years. Our network includes twelve SEN schools across the UK, all committed to providing tailored, diverse, and appropriate education. We are proud to have 100% of our education services rated as Good or Outstanding by Ofsted!

Your Role

As a One-to-One Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in mentoring and supporting our pupils. Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing dedicated support to one pupil or a small group of no more than six pupils.
• Assisting the Classroom Teacher during lessons.
• Monitoring and reporting on pupils' progress and concerns.
• Supervising pupils during non-classroom time, including extracurricular activities and school trips.
• Helping with lesson planning and classroom preparation.
• Building positive relationships with pupils to drive interaction and positive learning outcomes.
• Adapting resources to meet the needs of young people.

What We’re Looking For

We seek passionate individuals who are ready to make a difference! 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.
• Skills in behaviour management and techniques.
• A commitment to professional development and a willingness to learn.
• Willingness to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.

What We Offer

At Ormston School, we value the emotional health and wellbeing of our staff and pupils alike. Here’s what you can expect:

• A supportive workplace that prioritizes your wellbeing.
• Opportunities for professional development and skill acquisition.
• The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of vulnerable children.
• A friendly and inclusive team dedicated to improving pupil outcomes.

Join us in our mission to provide high-quality teaching in a safe educational environment. Together, we can inspire and empower the next generation!

Note: The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS Check, the cost of which will be covered by Polaris Community. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from all qualified candidates.

Polaris Community is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff to share this commitment.