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 One-to-One Teaching Assistants to join our supportive and nurturing community. This is your chance to develop your career while helping students achieve their best!

About Us

Located in the vibrant area of Headingley, our school provides a safe and encouraging environment for pupils aged 5 to 18. With significant investments and new resources, we aim to create a space 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, with 100% of our education services 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 and help with lesson planning.
• Report on pupils' progress and collaborate with other staff to meet their needs.
• Supervise pupils during non-classroom time, including extracurricular activities and school trips.
• Build positive relationships with your pupil(s) to drive interaction and positive learning outcomes.
• Adapt resources to meet the unique 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 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 like Food Hygiene, Forest School, or School Yoga.
• Skills in behaviour management and a commitment to professional development.
• A 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. Here’s what you can expect:

• A supportive workplace that prioritizes your development with a variety of professional opportunities.
• The chance to make a significant contribution to the lives of vulnerable children.
• A friendly and inclusive team passionate about improving pupil outcomes.
• All costs for the enhanced DBS check will be covered by Polaris Community.

If you’re ready to embark on a rewarding journey with us, we encourage you to apply! Join us in our mission to provide high-quality education in a safe and supportive environment.

Contract: 12-month Fixed Term - Full-Time, Term Time Only
Salary: £21,257.48 - £23,232.69
Location: Headingley
Start Date: ASAP/September 2026

Polaris Community is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment.