Join Our Team at Polaris Education - North Lakes Herdley Bank School!
Position: One to One Teaching Assistant
Basic Salary: £21,292.04 - £24,824.80 (52 weeks) | Hourly Rate: £12.40
Contract: Term time only, 38.5 hours per week, 12 Month Fixed Term Contract
Location: Haltwhistle, Northumberland
Why Choose Us?
At North Lakes Children's Services, we are dedicated to transforming the lives of boys aged 7-18 through exceptional residential care and education. Our commitment to fostering resilience, self-esteem, and abilities in our young people is at the heart of everything we do.
We are proud to be an Accredited SILVER Award Attachment and Trauma Sensitive School, and we celebrated our first Outstanding Ofsted inspection in 2014. Join us in making a difference!
Your Role
As a One to One Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in enhancing the learning experience for pupils with diverse special educational and learning needs. You will work closely with teaching staff to empower students to gain independence and fully engage in the curriculum and school life.
Your Responsibilities
* Support pupils in 1:1, group, and classroom settings, including during lunch and break times.
* Accompany pupils on organized school visits as needed.
* Collaborate with the SENDCo to develop social skills and appropriate behavior.
* Participate in creating, delivering, and monitoring individual learning programs.
* Assist pupils who may exhibit challenging behaviors.
* Help resolve issues causing anxiety or emotional responses in students.
* Maintain accurate records as required by the school.
* Engage in collaborative planning with teaching staff for effective support.
* Support the delivery of the Key Stage 2 and 3 curriculum.
* Contribute to KS4 programs of study.
* Participate in working groups as appropriate.
* Work as part of a flexible and supportive team to uphold the school’s ethos.
* Attend weekly staff meetings and relevant INSET/CPD events.
What We’re Looking For
* Relevant experience in a similar environment or appropriate qualifications.
* Academic qualifications to at least GCSE standard and professional qualifications to at least NVQ level 2, or proven competency in a similar role.
* Basic first aid knowledge.
* Ability to work independently and maintain high accuracy in record-keeping.
* Strong time management skills and flexibility to meet job demands.
* Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to thrive in a busy team environment.
* Good oral and written communication skills across various contexts (students, parents, colleagues).
* Willingness to undertake relevant training for personal development.
* Knowledge of child development and different learning styles is a plus.
* Understanding of ACES or childhood trauma effects is beneficial; training will be provided.
* Access to a vehicle and a full driving license are required due to location.
* Willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check upon successful application.
What We Offer
* Term time only role.
* Working hours: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM (Mon, Wed, Thurs, Fri) and 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (Tues).
* 39 weeks with pupils plus 5.6 weeks holiday.
* Access to excellent training opportunities.
Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of young people! North Lakes Children's Services is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.