Young Foundations Ltd

About the Company

We specialise in residential, and integrated services for children and young people with complex needs, including autism, learning disabilities, and mental health issues. We also offer specialist placements to children who may have suffered trauma or who have attachment based problems. Our creative and nurturing approach focuses on each individual and delivers a targeted programme of support specifically designed around them Our highly skilled and dedicated staff provide a caring and homely environment where every child and young person can enjoy a safe and healthy lifestyle while benefitting from the expertise across our comprehensive range of services. Established 10 years ago, Young Foundations is part of the MHC Group, and has services across the UK including in the North East, North West, Midlands, Yorkshire and Scotland. We are the preferred provider of residential services for a number of local authorities and our proven track record, excellent outcomes and flexible approach is highly valued by those who commission our services.

Listed Jobs

Company Name

Young Foundations Ltd

Job Title

Teaching Assistant

Job Description

Job Title: Teaching Assistant Role Summary: Support classroom instruction and individual learning needs of pupils, foster a safe and inclusive learning environment, and collaborate with teachers to track progress and adapt activities. Expactations: * Demonstrate numeracy and literacy proficiency at least GCSE (A‑C) or equivalent NVQ Level 2. * Maintain a strong knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, and health & safety policies. * Exhibit proactive learning, self‑assessment, and continuous professional development. * Build positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues. Key Responsibilities: * Motivate, engage, and provide one‑to‑one support tailored to each pupil’s learning level. * Assist with developmental areas: speech & language, reading, spelling, numeracy, handwriting, and presentation skills. * Promote inclusion of pupils with SEN and encourage respectful peer interactions. * Monitor pupils’ responses, adjust instructional approaches, and report observations to the teacher. * Carry out systematic observations to collect evidence of pupils’ knowledge and skill development. * Apply school policies on child protection, health & safety, behaviour, teaching & learning, and equal opportunities. * Ensure compliance with legal and organisational health, safety, and security requirements. Required Skills: * Strong numeracy and literacy (GCSE A‑C or NVQ Level 2). * Effective computing skills for teaching and classroom management. * Prior experience in a primary/secondary educational setting. * Ability to self‑evaluate learning needs and pursue further learning opportunities. * Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for building relationships with pupils, parents, and staff. Required Education & Certifications: * Minimum of GCSE (A‑C) in English and Mathematics or NVQ Level 2 in related fields. * Enhanced DBS check (or equivalent), satisfactory references, and right‑to‑work verification. * Prohibition from teaching clearance (if applicable).

Huddersfield, United kingdom

On site

22-12-2025