Join Our Team at Polaris Education - Ormston School!
Position: One to One Teaching Assistant
Contract: 12 Month Fixed Term - Full-Time Term Time Only
Salary: £20,422 - £23,232.69
Benefits: Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme
Location: Headingley
Start Date: Various start dates January-March 2026
Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of young people? At Ormston School in Leeds, we are looking for passionate Teaching Assistants to join our supportive and nurturing community. This is your chance to develop your career while helping students thrive!
About Us
Located in Headingley, Leeds, our school provides a safe and supportive environment for pupils aged 5 to 18. With significant investment and new resources, you will have the opportunity to shape a learning environment that promotes self-discipline, engagement, and inspiration.
As part of the Polaris Community, we have been dedicated to improving the lives of young people for over 30 years. Our twelve SEN Schools across the UK work collaboratively to offer tailored, diverse, and appropriate education. 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.
* Report on pupils' progress and collaborate with other staff to meet their needs.
* 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 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 a minimum of GCSE Grade C or equivalent in English Language and Mathematics.
* Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant.
* Experience working with pupils with SEMH in an educational setting.
* Confidence to take on additional responsibilities in areas like 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 prior to starting work.
What We Offer
Join us and enjoy:
* A workplace that values the emotional health and wellbeing of everyone, including you!
* Support for your professional development through a variety of opportunities.
* The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of vulnerable children who deserve high-quality teaching.
* A friendly and inclusive team passionate about improving pupil outcomes.
The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS Check, with the cost covered by Polaris Community.
Polaris Community is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff to share this commitment.