Teaching Assistant

Position: Teaching Assistant

Contract: Full-Time, Term Time Only

Salary: £20,422 - £23,232.69

Benefits: Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme

Location: Huddersfield

Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people? If you’re passionate about education and eager to join a supportive community, our new school in Leeds is the perfect place for you to grow your career!

Located in Huddersfield, our school provides a safe and nurturing environment for pupils aged 7 to 18. With significant investment and a wealth of new resources, you will have the chance to help shape a supportive atmosphere that promotes self-discipline, engagement, and inspires learning.

As part of the Polaris Community, we have been dedicated to improving the lives of young people for over 30 years. Our six SEN Schools across the UK work collaboratively to offer tailored, diverse education in a safe environment. We are proud that 100% of our inspected services have been rated as Good or Outstanding by Ofsted!

As a 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.
• Set work where appropriate and mark assignments.
• Build positive relationships with pupils to drive engagement and learning outcomes.

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, along with sound IT skills.
• 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 like Food Hygiene, Forest School, Lunchtimes, or School Yoga.
• Knowledge of behavior management techniques.
• A commitment to professional development and a willingness to learn.
• Willingness to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check prior to starting work.

Join us and enjoy:

• A workplace that prioritizes 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 need to complete an enhanced DBS Check, with the cost covered by Polaris Community.

Polaris Community is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from 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.