One-to-One Teaching Assistant

Polaris Education – Lyttelton House School, Andover
One-to-One Teaching Assistant
Contract: Full Time, Term Time Only, Fixed Term Contract
Salary: £21,257.48 – £23,232.69
Location: Andover, Hampshire

Benefits

• Company pension
• Life assurance
• Employee Discount Scheme

Are you ready to join a supportive and nurturing community that works together to achieve the very best outcomes for its pupils?

If so, our new school in Andover could be the perfect place for you to develop your career and make a real difference to the lives of children and young people.

About the School

Located in Andover, Hampshire, Lyttelton House School has the capacity for up to 60 pupils and offers a safe and supportive environment for pupils aged 5 to 18 with a range of complex needs. We believe in fostering a positive and supportive environment where every child feels valued, respected, and empowered. Our commitment to a holistic approach ensures that academic progress is complemented by emotional wellbeing and personal growth.

Our school will form part of the Polaris Community, which has been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years, alongside our current growing portfolio of schools across the UK. We’re incredibly proud that 100% of our education services have been rated as Good or Outstanding by Ofsted.

Role Responsibilities

• Mentor and support one pupil, or a small group of no more than six pupils
• Support the Classroom Teacher during lessons
• Report on pupils’ progress and concerns, liaising with other school staff to ensure pupils’ needs are met
• Supervise pupils during non-classroom time, including extra-curricular activities and school trips
• Assist with lesson planning and classroom preparation
• Set work where appropriate, and mark work
• Build positive relationships with your pupil or pupils and drive interaction and positive learning outcomes

Requirements

• Have a 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, i.e. Teaching Assistant
• Some previous experience of working with pupils with SEMH within an educational setting
• Be experienced and confident enough to take additional responsibility in an area of school, i.e. Food Hygiene, Forest School, lunchtimes or School Yoga
• Experience of behaviour management techniques
• Committed to professional development and willing to learn

What We Offer

• A workplace that values the emotional health and wellbeing of everybody, you included!
• 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 who deserve high-quality teaching in a safe educational provision
• A friendly and inclusive team who are passionate about improving pupil outcomes

The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, the cost of which will be met by Polaris Community.

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.