One-to-One Teaching Assistant

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

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? Selwyn Hall School, part of the Polaris Community, is looking for a dedicated One-to-One Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant team in Foxton, Cambridgeshire. This is a fantastic opportunity to support students with social, emotional, and mental health difficulties (SEMH) in a nurturing environment.

About Selwyn Hall School

Located in beautiful private grounds, Selwyn Hall School provides specialist education for students aged 7-18. Our small class sizes (4-6 pupils) ensure that each child receives the individual attention they need to thrive. With a focus on health and wellbeing, our facilities include:

• Outdoor learning spaces, including a forest school and sensory trail
• A multi-use sports pitch and conservation area
• Fully refurbished classrooms for science, computing, music, drama, and art/DT

For over 30 years, we have been committed to improving the lives of young people, and all our provisions are 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
• Report on pupils' progress and collaborate with staff to meet their needs
• Supervise pupils during non-classroom time, including extracurricular activities
• Help with lesson planning and classroom preparation
• Set and mark work as appropriate
• Build positive relationships with pupils to drive engagement and learning outcomes

What We’re Looking For

To succeed 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, such as food hygiene or school yoga
• Skills in behaviour management and a commitment to professional development

Working Conditions and Benefits

This is a full-time, fixed-term position for one year, working term time only. Your basic salary will range from £21,257.48 to £23,232.69. We offer:

• A supportive workplace that values emotional health and wellbeing
• Opportunities for professional development and skill acquisition
• The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of vulnerable children
• A friendly and inclusive team dedicated to improving pupil outcomes

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

We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from all qualified candidates. Join us in our mission to provide high-quality education in a safe and supportive environment!