Join Our Team as a One-to-One Teaching Assistant!
Position: One-to-One Teaching Assistant - Progress & Engagement Guide
Location: Battle, Sussex
Basic Salary: £22,369.35
Hours: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM, Term Time, Full Time
About Us
Welcome to ISP School, a Special Educational Needs School with over 20 years of experience in nurturing vulnerable children aged 7 to 16. We pride ourselves on creating a safe and supportive environment that inspires learning and encourages achievement.
Our mission is to provide each pupil with a diverse and appropriate education, and we are excited to announce the opening of our new school in Battle, East Sussex, with a capacity of 60 pupils. Nestled within a beautiful country estate, our school offers a stunning backdrop for learning.
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.
* Assisting the Classroom Teacher during lessons.
* Reporting on pupils' progress and collaborating with staff to meet their needs.
* Supervising pupils during non-classroom activities, including extracurricular events and school trips.
* Helping with lesson planning and classroom preparation.
* Setting and marking work as appropriate.
* Building positive relationships to drive engagement and learning outcomes.
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 Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
* Confidence in leading a specialism, such as Reading, Mathematics, or Forest School.
* Skills in behaviour management and techniques.
* A commitment to professional development and a willingness to learn.
All candidates must be willing to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, with costs covered by ISP.
Why Join Us?
At ISP School, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, actively encouraging applications from qualified candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and we expect all staff to share this commitment.
If you’re ready to make a difference in the lives of our pupils and grow in a supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you!