Teaching Assistant
Contract: Full-Time Term Time Only
Salary: £20,422.00 - £22,160.57
Benefits: Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme
Location: Northwich, Cheshire
Are you ready to join a supportive and nurturing community that works together to achieve the very best outcomes for its pupils? If so, our new school in Leeds could be the perfect place for you to develop your career and make a real difference to the lives of children and young people.
About the School
Located in Northwich, Northwich School offers a capacity of up to 100 pupils and safe and supportive environments for pupils from 5 to 16 years old with a range of complex needs. We believe in fostering a positive and supportive environment where every child feels valued, respected, and empowered. Our commitment to a holistic approach ensures that academic progress is complemented by emotional well-being and personal growth.
Northwich School will form part of the Polaris Community alongside our current growing portfolio of school across the UK, which are all rated by Ofsted Good or Outstanding. The Polaris Community have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years.
Role responsibilities
Dedicated to mentoring and supporting one pupil or else a small group of no more than six pupils
Supporting the Classroom Teacher during lessons
Reporting on pupils' progress and concerns, and liaising with other School staff to ensure pupils needs are met
Supervision of pupils during non-classroom time including extra-curricular activities and school trips
Assisting with lesson planning and classroom preparation
Setting work where appropriate, and marking
Building positive relationships with your pupil/s and driving interaction and positive learning outcomes
Requirements
Have a strong basic education, ideally to A-level, with a minimum of GCSE Grade C or equivalent in English Language and Mathematics, and sound IT skills.
Previous experience in a similar role ie, Teaching Assistant
Some previous experience of working with pupils with SEMH within an Educational setting
Be experienced and confident enough to take additional responsibility in an area of school ie, Food Hygiene, Forest School, Lunchtimes, School Yoga etc..
Experience of behaviour management and techniques
Committed to professional development and willing to learn
Must be willing to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check prior to commencing work.
What we offer
A workplace that values the emotional health and wellbeing of everybody (you included!)
A commitment to support your development in acquiring new skills through a wide range of professional opportunities
An opportunity to make a huge contribution to the lives and lifelong learning of vulnerable children who deserve high quality teaching in a safe educational provision
A friendly and inclusive team who are passionate about improving pupil outcomes
The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS Check, cost of which will be met by Polaris Community.
Polaris Community is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
Polaris Community is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment
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