One-to-One Teaching Assistant

Join Our Team at Polaris Education - Selwyn Hall School!

Position: One-to-One Teaching Assistant
Contract: Fixed Term, 1 year, Full Time, Term Time Only
Salary: £21,257.48 - £23,232.69
Location: Foxton, Cambridgeshire
Start Date: ASAP

Why Work With Us?

At Selwyn Hall School, we believe in making a difference! Our SEN school specializes in providing tailored education for 7-18-year-olds facing social, emotional, and mental health challenges (SEMH). With small class sizes of just 4-6 pupils, we ensure that every child receives the personalized attention they need to thrive.

Our beautiful campus, set within expansive private grounds, offers a therapeutic environment that promotes health and wellbeing. From outdoor learning experiences like forest school to a multi-use sports pitch and sensory trails, we have everything to inspire our students. Inside, our fully refurbished facilities include vibrant classrooms for science, computing, music, drama, and art/DT.

As part of the Polaris Community, we have been dedicated to enhancing the lives of young people for over 30 years. Our network of SEN schools across the UK collaborates to provide a safe, supportive, and engaging educational experience, all rated 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.
• Assist the classroom teacher during lessons.
• Monitor and report on pupils' progress, collaborating with staff to meet their needs.
• Supervise pupils during non-classroom activities, including extracurricular events and school trips.
• Help with lesson planning and classroom preparation.
• Set and mark work as appropriate.
• Build positive relationships with pupils to foster 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, plus solid 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, such as food hygiene, forest school, or school yoga.
• Knowledge of behavior management techniques.
• A commitment to professional development and a willingness to learn.

What We Offer You

• A workplace that prioritizes the emotional health and wellbeing of everyone, including you!
• Support for your professional growth through a variety of development opportunities.
• The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of vulnerable children who deserve high-quality education.
• A friendly, inclusive team passionate about improving pupil outcomes.

As part of our commitment to safeguarding, the successful candidate will need to complete an enhanced DBS check, which will be covered by Selwyn Hall School.

We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from all qualified candidates. Join us in our mission to safeguard and promote the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults!