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 children and young people? At Polaris Education - Becker School, we are looking for a passionate and dedicated One-to-One Teaching Assistant to join our supportive community in Batley, West Yorkshire. This is your chance to develop your career while helping our pupils achieve their very best!

About Becker School

Located in Batley, Becker School provides a safe and nurturing environment for pupils aged 5 to 13 years. As part of the Polaris Community, we have been dedicated to improving the lives of young people for over 30 years. With twelve SEN Schools across the UK, we work collaboratively to offer tailored education that promotes engagement, inspires learning, and encourages achievement. We are proud to have 100% of our Education services rated as Good or Outstanding by Ofsted!

Your Role and Responsibilities

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, 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.
• Set work where appropriate and mark assignments.
• Build positive relationships with pupils to drive interaction and positive learning outcomes.

What We’re Looking For

To thrive in this role, you should have:

• 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.
• 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 prior to starting work.

What We Offer You

At Polaris Community, we value the emotional health and wellbeing of our staff. Here’s what you can expect:

• A workplace that prioritizes your wellbeing.
• Support for your professional development through a variety of opportunities.
• The chance to make a significant contribution to the lives of vulnerable children who deserve high-quality teaching.
• A friendly and inclusive team passionate about improving pupil outcomes.

The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS Check, the cost of which will be covered by Polaris Community.

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, and expect all staff to share this commitment.

Join us in making a difference!