One to One Teaching Assistant

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

Contract: Fixed Term (1 year) Full-Time, Term Time Only

Basic Salary: £21,257.48 - £23,232.69

Benefits: Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme

Location: Ruddington, Notts

Start Date: ASAP

About Us

Welcome to Easthorpe School, an independent specialist provision dedicated to serving children and young people in the East Midlands. We cater to those living with their families, foster carers, or in residential children's homes.

Since opening our doors in November 2022, we are excited to expand our team to support the growing number of pupils in our Lower School (ages 7-13). With class sizes capped at six pupils, each class is supported by a qualified teacher and up to two teaching assistants.

Our mission is to support pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs (SEMH) and various diagnoses, including Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, and more. This is a fantastic opportunity for experienced teaching assistants to help shape our new provision and enrich the lives of our pupils. You’ll have the chance to develop your skills while focusing on areas that resonate with your interests, such as food hygiene, Forest School, sports, therapy, or emotional literacy.

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.
• Assist the Classroom Teacher during lessons.
• Report on pupils' progress and collaborate with other staff to meet their needs.
• Supervise pupils during non-classroom times, including extracurricular activities and school trips.
• Help with lesson planning and classroom preparation.
• Set work and mark assignments 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, 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 like Food Hygiene, Forest School, or School Yoga.
• Knowledge of behavior management techniques.
• A commitment to professional development and a willingness to learn.
• A readiness to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check before starting work.

What We Offer

At Easthorpe School, we value the emotional health and wellbeing of everyone, including you! Here’s what you can expect:

• A supportive workplace that prioritizes your development through a variety of professional 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 need to complete an enhanced DBS Check, with the cost covered by Selwyn Hall School.

Easthorpe School 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.