One-To-One Teaching Assistant

Contract:

Fixed Term (1 year) Full-Time Term Time Only

Basic Salary: £21,257.48 - £23,232.69

• Company Pension
• Life Assurance
• Employee Discount Scheme

Location:

Foxton, Cambridge

Start date:

Immediate Start

Selwyn Hall School is a new SEN school in Foxton, South West of Cambridge, providing specialist education for 7‑18 year olds with social, emotional, and mental health difficulties (SEMH). Our pupils may have diagnoses such as ASD, ADHD, FASD, anxiety, communication and interaction, cognition, and learning needs. Small bespoke groupings of 4‑6 children ensure every pupil receives the individual attention they need to succeed.

The school is situated within large private grounds, offering outdoor learning experiences including forest school, a multi‑use sports pitch, sensory trail, conservation area, and play equipment. Inside, the building has been refurbished to include classrooms and activity rooms for science, computing, music, drama, and art/DT. Selwyn Hall School is part of the Polaris Community, which operates six SEN schools across the UK, providing tailored, diverse, and appropriate education in a safe, supportive environment that promotes engagement, inspires learning, and encourages achievement.

All provisions are rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted.

• 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
• Supervision of pupils during non‑classroom time, including extra‑curricular activities and school trips
• Assisting with lesson planning and classroom preparation
• Setting work where appropriate, and marking
• Building positive relationships with pupils and driving interaction and positive learning outcomes

• 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, ie, Teaching Assistant
• Experience working with pupils with SEMH within an educational setting
• Experience and confidence to take additional responsibility in an area of the school, ie, 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 the emotional health and wellbeing of everybody
• 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, cost of which will be met by Selwyn Hall School.

Selwyn Hall School is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Selwyn Hall School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.