One-to-One Teaching Assistant

Join Our Team as a One-to-One Teaching Assistant - Progress & Engagement Guide!

Basic Salary: £24,890 FTE (£14,934 actual)
Hours: 22.5 hours per week, 3 days a week (including one day accompanying a pupil to Plumpton College)
Contract: Fixed Term Contract, Term Time Only
Location: Battle, Sussex
Start Date: ASAP

Why Work With Us?

At ISP School, we are more than just a special educational needs school; we are a community dedicated to nurturing vulnerable children aged 7 to 16 with diverse and complex needs. With over 20 years of experience in Kent, we pride ourselves on creating a safe and supportive environment that inspires learning and encourages achievement.

Our new school in Battle, East Sussex, is set within a beautiful country estate, providing an inspiring backdrop for our mission to empower every pupil.

Your Role and Responsibilities

As a One-to-One Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in shaping the educational journey of our pupils. Your responsibilities will include:

• Mentoring and supporting one pupil or a small group of no more than five pupils.
• Assisting the classroom teacher during lessons.
• Reporting on pupils' progress and concerns, collaborating with other staff to meet individual needs.
• Supervising pupils during non-classroom time, including extracurricular activities and school trips.
• Helping with lesson planning and classroom preparation.
• Setting work and marking assignments where appropriate.
• Building positive relationships with pupils to drive engagement and positive learning outcomes.

What We’re Looking For

To thrive in this role, you should possess the following qualifications and experience:

• A strong educational background, ideally to A-level, with a minimum of 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 Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs in an educational setting.
• Confidence to lead on a specialism, such as reading, mathematics, or forest school.
• Knowledge of behavior management techniques.
• A commitment to professional development and a willingness to learn.

Working Conditions and Benefits

At ISP School Battle, we value our staff and offer a supportive working environment. Here are some of the benefits you can expect:

• Company Pension
• Life Assurance
• Employee Discount Scheme

As part of our commitment to safeguarding, the successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, which will be covered by ISP School Battle.

We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from all qualified candidates. Join us in making a difference in the lives of our pupils!