Job Description
Join Our Team at Polaris Education - North Lakes Herdley Bank School!
Part-time One-to-One Teaching Assistant (2 Days a Week: Tuesday & Friday)
Basic Salary: £21,292.04 - £24,824.80 (52-week), Hourly Rate: £12.40, Pro-rata
Actual Salary: £8,295.60
Contract: Term-time only, 15 hours per week, 12-month Fixed Term Contract
Benefits: Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme
Location: Haltwhistle, Northumberland
The Role
At North Lakes Children's Services, we are dedicated to transforming the lives of boys aged 7-18 through residential care and education. Our mission is to enhance resilience, self-esteem, and abilities in every young person we support.
As an Accredited Silver Award Attachment and Trauma Sensitive School, we pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence, having achieved an Outstanding Ofsted inspection in 2014.
As a One-to-One Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in enhancing the learning experience for pupils with diverse special educational needs. Your support will empower them to gain independence and fully engage in the curriculum and school life at Herdley Bank School.
Your Responsibilities
* Provide tailored support to pupils in one-on-one, group, and classroom settings, including during lunch and break times.
* Accompany pupils on organized school visits as needed.
* Collaborate with the SENDCo to foster social skills and appropriate behavior.
* Assist in developing, delivering, and monitoring individual learning programs.
* Support pupils who may exhibit challenging behaviors.
* Help resolve issues that may cause anxiety or emotional responses.
* Maintain accurate records as required by the school.
* Engage in collaborative planning with teaching staff to optimize support.
* Contribute to the delivery of the Key Stage 2 and 3 curriculum.
* Participate in working groups as appropriate.
* Be an integral part of a flexible and supportive team that embodies 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 with high accuracy and maintain clear records.
* Strong time management skills and flexibility to meet the demands of the role.
* Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to thrive in a busy team environment.
* Effective oral and written communication skills across various contexts (pupils, parents, colleagues, etc.).
* Willingness to undertake relevant training for personal development and to benefit the school.
* Knowledge of child development and understanding of diverse learning styles is a plus.
* Familiarity with ACEs or the impact of childhood trauma is beneficial; training will be provided.
* Access to a vehicle and a full driving license are required due to the location.
* Willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check upon successful application.
Why Join Us?
* Enjoy a term-time only role, allowing for a great work-life balance.
* Work hours: 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM on Tuesdays and Fridays.
* 39 weeks of work with pupils plus 5.6 weeks of holiday.
* Access to excellent training opportunities to enhance your skills.
We are excited to welcome a passionate individual to our team! North Lakes Children's Services is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified candidates.