Teaching Assistant

Overview

The TA role will be a hybrid role that will comprise of working on a one-to-one basis to support a child in Key

Stage 2 along with supporting pupils, individually or in groups, to enable them to access the curriculum, take part in learning and experience a sense of achievement.

They will work alongside class teachers to raise the learning and attainment of pupils and promote pupils’ independence, self-esteem and social inclusion.

The TA will also be expected to perform duties, After School Care and other events as required.

Duties and Responsibilities

Teaching and Learning

• Demonstrate an informed and efficient approach to teaching and learning by adopting relevant strategies to support the work of the teacher and increase achievement of all pupils including, where appropriate, those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)
• Promote, support and facilitate inclusion by encouraging participation of all pupils in learning and extracurricular activities
• Support the teaching of a broad and balanced curriculum aimed at pupils achieving their full potential in all areas of learning
• Apply effective behaviour management strategies consistently in line with the school’s policy and procedures
• Support class teachers with maintaining good order and discipline among pupils, managing behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment
• Organise and manage teaching space and resources to help maintain a stimulating and safe learning environment
• Observe pupil performance and pass observations on to the class teacher
• Use ICT skills to advance pupils’ learning
• Undertake any other relevant duties given by the class teacher

Planning

• Contribute to effective assessment and planning by supporting the monitoring, recording and reporting of pupil performance and progress as appropriate to the level of the role
• Read and understand lesson plans shared prior to lessons, if available
• Prepare the classroom for lessons

Working with staff, parents/carers and relevant professionals

• Communicate effectively with other staff members and pupils, and with parents and carers under the direction of the class teacher
• Communicate their knowledge and understanding of pupils to other school staff and education, health and social care professionals, so that informed decision making can take place on intervention and provision
• Contribute to meetings with parents and carers by providing feedback on pupil progress, attainment and barriers to learning, as directed by teachers
• With the class teacher, keep other professionals accurately informed of performance and progress, or concerns they may have about the pupil they work with
• Understand their role in order to be able to work collaboratively with classroom teachers and other colleagues, including specialist advisory teachers
• Collaborate and work with colleagues and other relevant professionals within and beyond the school
• Develop effective professional relationships with colleagues

Person Specification

Qualifications and training

• Level 3 qualification in childcare is desirable but not essential

Experience

• Experience working in a school environment or other educational setting

• Experience working with children / young people

• Experience planning and delivering learning activities

Skills and knowledge

• Good literacy and numeracy skills

• Good organisational skills

• Ability to build effective working relationships with pupils and adults

• Skills and expertise in understanding the needs of all pupils

• Knowledge of how to help adapt and deliver support to meet individual needs

• Subject and curriculum knowledge relevant to the role, and ability to apply this effectively in supporting teachers and pupils

• Excellent verbal communication skills

• Active listening skills

• The ability to remain calm in stressful situations

• Knowledge of guidance and requirements around safeguarding children

• Good ICT skills, particularly using ICT to support learning

• Understanding of roles and responsibilities within the classroom and whole school context

Personal qualities

• Enjoyment of working with children

• Sensitivity and understanding, to help build good relationships with pupils

• A commitment to getting the best outcomes for all pupils, and promoting the ethos and values of the school

• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times

• Commitment to safeguarding pupil’s wellbeing and equality

• Resilient, positive, forward looking and enthusiastic about making a difference

• Capacity to inspire, motivate and challenge children and young people

Pay: £101.68-£168.68 per day

Benefits:

• Employee mentoring programme
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person