Join Our Team at ISP School!
Position: One to One Teaching Assistant - Progress & Engagement Guide
Basic Salary: £22,369.35
Hours: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM, Term Time, Full Time
Benefits: Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme
Location: Battle, Sussex
About Us
At ISP School, we are proud to be a leading Special Educational Needs School with over 20 years of experience in Kent. We specialize in supporting vulnerable children aged 7 to 16 with a wide range of complex needs. Our mission is to provide a diverse and appropriate education in a safe, supportive environment that fosters self-discipline, inspires learning, and encourages aspiration and achievement.
We are excited to announce the opening of our new school in Battle, East Sussex, which will accommodate up to 60 pupils. Nestled within a beautiful country estate, our school offers a visually stunning setting for both learning and growth.
Your Role
As a One to One Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in mentoring and supporting our pupils. Your responsibilities will include:
* Providing dedicated support to 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.
* Assisting with lesson planning and classroom preparation.
* Setting and marking work 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 meet the following requirements:
* A strong educational background, ideally to A-level, with a minimum of GCSE Grade C or equivalent in English Language and Mathematics, along with sound IT skills.
* Previous experience in a similar role, such as a Teaching Assistant.
* 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.
* Experience in behavior management techniques.
* A commitment to professional development and a willingness to learn.
* Willingness to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, with costs covered by ISP.
Why Join Us?
At ISP School Battle, we are an equal opportunities employer and actively encourage applications from qualified candidates. We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and we expect all staff to share this commitment.
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young learners, we would love to hear from you!