One-to-One Teaching Assistant

Join Our Team at Polaris Education - Ormston School!

Position: Part-Time One-to-One Teaching Assistant

Contract: 12-month fixed-term, 2 days per week (Mondays and Fridays), Term Time Only

Salary: £21,257.48 - £23,232.69 FTE (£8,502.99 - £9,292.41 pro-rata)

Location: Headingley, Leeds

Start Date: ASAP

Why Join Us?

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? At Ormston School, we foster a supportive and nurturing community dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for our students. This is your chance to develop your career while positively impacting the lives of young learners!

About Ormston School

Located in the vibrant area of Headingley, Leeds, our school provides a safe and encouraging environment for pupils aged 5 to 18. With significant investments and new resources, you will have the opportunity to help shape our school culture, promoting self-discipline, engagement, and a love for learning.

As part of the Polaris Community, we have been transforming the lives of young people for over 30 years. With over fifteen SEN schools across the UK, we are proud to offer tailored, diverse education in a safe environment. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our 100% Good or Outstanding ratings from 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 collaborate with staff to meet their needs.
• Supervise pupils during non-classroom time, including extracurricular activities and school trips.
• Help with lesson planning and classroom preparation.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, encouraging interaction and positive learning outcomes.
• Adapt resources to meet the needs of young learners.

What We’re Looking For

To thrive in this role, you should have:

• A strong educational background, ideally to A level, with a minimum of GCSE grade 4/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 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.
• Willingness to undergo an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.

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 opportunities.
• The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of vulnerable children who deserve high-quality teaching.
• A friendly, inclusive team passionate about improving pupil outcomes.

The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, with the cost covered by Polaris Community.

Polaris Community is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from 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.