Join Our Team as a One-to-One Teaching Assistant!
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people? At Ormston School in Headingley, Leeds, we are seeking dedicated One-to-One Teaching Assistants to join our supportive and nurturing community. This is your chance to develop your career while helping students achieve their best!
About Us
Located in the vibrant area of Headingley, 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 shape a supportive atmosphere that promotes self-discipline, engagement, and inspires learning. Our mission is to deliver a diverse and appropriate education that encourages aspiration and achievement.
As part of the Polaris Community, we have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years. With twelve SEN schools across the UK, we are proud that 100% of our education services have been rated as Good or Outstanding by Ofsted.
Your Role
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 and report on pupils' progress.
* Supervise pupils during non-classroom time, including extracurricular activities and school trips.
* Help with lesson planning and classroom preparation.
* Build positive relationships with your pupil(s) to drive interaction and positive learning outcomes.
* Adapt resources to meet the needs of young people.
What We’re Looking For
To thrive 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 in areas such as Food Hygiene, Forest School, Lunchtimes, or School Yoga.
* Experience in behavior management techniques.
* A commitment to professional development and a willingness to learn.
* A readiness to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.
What We Offer
At Ormston School, we value the emotional health and wellbeing of our staff. Here’s what you can expect:
* A workplace that prioritizes your wellbeing.
* Support for your professional development through a variety of opportunities.
* The chance to make a significant contribution to the lives of vulnerable children.
* A friendly and inclusive team passionate about improving pupil outcomes.
Join us in making a difference! The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS Check, the cost of which will be covered by Polaris Community. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from all qualified candidates.
Become a part of our mission to safeguard and promote the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We can’t wait to meet you!