One to One Teaching Assistant

Join Our Team at Polaris Education - Becker School!

Position: One to One Teaching Assistant

Contract: Fixed Term Full-Time, Term Time Only

Salary: £21,257.48 - £23,232.69

Location: Batley, West Yorkshire

Why Choose Us?

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people? At our new school in Leeds, you’ll be part of a supportive and nurturing community dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for our pupils. This is your chance to develop your career while positively impacting young lives!

About Becker School

Located in Batley, Becker School provides a safe and supportive environment for pupils aged 5 to 13 years. As part of the Polaris Community, we have been transforming the lives of young people for over 30 years. With twelve SEN Schools across the UK, we work collaboratively to offer tailored, engaging, and inspiring education. We’re proud to say that 100% of our Education services have been 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 your pupil/s to drive engagement and 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, along with sound IT skills.
• 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.
• Knowledge of behaviour 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 You

• A workplace that prioritizes the emotional health and wellbeing of everyone, including you!
• Support for your professional development through a variety of learning opportunities.
• The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of vulnerable children who deserve high-quality teaching in a safe environment.
• 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.