One to One Teaching Assistant

One to One Teaching Assistant

Join Polaris Community at Ormston School in Headingley as a One to One Teaching Assistant. This is a 12‑month fixed‑term, full‑time position, active during term time only.

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, Leeds
Start date: Various start dates January‑March 2026.

We are looking for Teaching Assistants to cover KS2, KS3 and KS4 and to support our Secondary classrooms. The successful candidate will work closely with a classroom teacher to provide individual support to pupils and contribute to the wider school community.

• Dedicated to mentoring and supporting one pupil or a small group of no more than six pupils.
• Supporting the Classroom Teacher during lessons.
• Reporting on pupils’ progress and concerns and liaising with other school staff to ensure pupils’ needs are met.
• Supervising pupils during non‑classroom time including extra‑curricular activities and school trips.
• Assisting with lesson planning and classroom preparation.
• Building positive relationships with your pupil(s) and driving interaction and positive learning outcomes.
• Adapting resources for young people.

• Strong basic education, ideally to A‑level, with a minimum of GCSE Grade C or equivalent in English Language and Mathematics, and sound IT skills.
• Previous experience in a similar role, e.g., Teaching Assistant.
• Some previous experience of working with pupils with SEMH within an educational setting.
• Experience in additional responsibilities such as Food Hygiene, Forest School, Lunchtimes, School Yoga, etc.
• Experience of behaviour management and techniques.
• Committed to professional development and willing to learn.
• Willing to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check prior to commencing work.

• A workplace that values emotional health and wellbeing for everyone.
• A commitment to support your development in acquiring new skills through a wide range of professional opportunities.
• An opportunity to make a huge contribution to the lives and lifelong learning of vulnerable children.
• A friendly and inclusive team passionate about improving pupil outcomes.

Polaris Community is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Polaris Community is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.