One to One Teaching Assistant

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

Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of young people? At Ormston School in Headingley, Leeds, we are looking 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 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 inspiration.

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, ensuring that every pupil thrives. 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:

• Mentor and support one pupil or a small group of no more than six pupils.
• Assist the Classroom Teacher during lessons and report on pupils' progress.
• Supervise pupils during non-classroom times, including extracurricular activities and school trips.
• Help with lesson planning and classroom preparation.
• Build positive relationships with your pupils 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 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.

What We Offer

At Ormston School, 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 impact on the lives 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. If you’re ready to inspire and empower young minds, we want to hear from you!

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 suitably qualified candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.