[ref. e5188718] One to One Teaching Assistant - Wilmslow
The School aims to instil traditional values of courtesy, good manners, mutual respect, tolerance and compassion in its pupils and help them develop self-discipline and good working habits for the future. The all-round personal development of each and every pupil lies at its heart.
Ethos
Our School’s ethos is underpinned by Christian values. It aims to create a calm, caring and supportive environment where pupils, parents and all members of staff play a valuable part and are able to enjoy a sense of belonging within the family community.
Safeguarding, health, safety and welfare
The health, safety and welfare of all the pupils at Pownall Hall School are of paramount importance to all adults who work at the school and govern it. All our children have the right to protection and to have their safety guarded. The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Pownall Hall School will safeguard and promote the welfare of children who are pupils at the school.
Pownall Hall School
Nestled within 8 acres of stunning, leafy grounds in Wilmslow, Pownall Hall School is not just a place of learning; it’s a magical prep school where children aged 6 months to 11 years thrive. We pride ourselves on our vibrant community that includes pupils, staff, parents, governors, and friends, all united in pursuit of academic excellence in a caring and safe environment.
Our curriculum is a creative tapestry that is broad, active, and diverse - designed to engage Pownall children while nurturing their unique talents. With an unwavering commitment to safeguarding, we provide a happy haven where children can flourish.Our beautiful grounds and facilities offer a wealth of outdoor learning and specialist teaching opportunities, featuring a state-of-the-art Science Lab, 1800’s Boddington Theatre, astro pitch, full-size sports hall, a wildlife pond, and dedicated forest school area to name a few.
These resources enrich the educational experience for all ages.
One to One Teaching Assistant
Contract: 12 month Fixed Term - 15 hours a week Term Time OnlyStart date: May 2025
Pownall Hall is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.
We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. Safeguarding the children is of the highest priority to everyone at Pownall Hall.
Job Description:
Pownall Hall School is seeking a dedicated and passionate one to one Teaching Assistant who will be responsible for guiding and nurturing a pupil in their academic and personal development. The successful candidate will provide support for a pupil who requires additional help in lessons and with their communication skills.
Role responsibilities- Dedicated to mentoring and supporting your pupil
- Supporting the Teacher during lessons
- Regularly assess and monitor pupil progress using the pupil’s Individual Learning Plan (ILP), providing constructive feedback and adjusting support strategies as necessary to meet learning needs
- Supervision of your pupil during play time
- Assisting with lesson planning and classroom preparation
- Building positive relationships with your pupil and driving interaction and positive learning outcomes
- Adapt resources for your pupil
- Have a strong basic education, with a minimum of GCSE Grade 5 or equivalent in English Language and Mathematics, and sound IT skills.
- Previous experience in a similar role ie: Teaching Assistant
- Some previous experience of working with pupils with SEN within an Educational setting
- Experience of behaviour management and techniques
- Committed to professional development and willing to learn
- Must be willing to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check and all teaching regulation checks prior to commencing work.
- A supportive and collaborative school culture
- A commitment to support your development in acquiring new skills through a wide range of professional opportunities
- Competitive salary package
- Access to resources and teaching tools to support innovative instructional practices
The list above indicates the range of duties involved and is not intended to be all-inclusive. The position requires the post-holder to be flexible and to show initiative. The post holder may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the school.
Our commitment to safeguarding
Pownall Hall School is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates - you can read more about this in our Safer Recruitment policy available on our website. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.