Teaching Assistant (Including Wrap Around Care)

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

Use 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

Supervise a class if the teacher is temporarily unavailable

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 colleagues and other 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

With the class teacher, keep other professionals accurately informed of performance and progress or concerns they may have about the pupils 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

Whole-school organisation, strategy and development

Contribute to the development, implementation and evaluation of the school's policies, practices and procedures, so as to support the school's values and vision

Make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school

Health and safety

Promote the safety and wellbeing of pupils, and help to safeguard pupils' well-being by following the requirements of Keeping Children Safe in Education and our school's child protection policy

Look after children who are upset or have had accidents

Administer basic first aid if needed

Professional development

Help keep their own knowledge and understanding relevant and up-to-date by reflecting on their own practice, liaising with school leaders, and identifying relevant professional development to improve personal effectiveness

Take opportunities to build the appropriate skills, qualifications, and/or experience needed for the role, with support from the school

Take part in the school's appraisal procedures

Personal and professional conduct

Uphold public trust in the education profession and maintain high standards of ethics and behaviour, within and outside school

Have proper and professional regard for the ethos, policies and practices of the school, and maintain high standards of attendance and punctuality

Demonstrate positive attitudes, values and behaviours to develop and sustain effective relationships with the school community

Respect individual differences and cultural diversity

Wrap Around Care

Main duties and responsibilities:

To create a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment for all children

To share responsibility for the welfare of all the children at the club, following procedures to ensure consistent, high quality care

To be vigilant and protect children from harm or abuse, reposting any concerns immediately - in accordance with child protection and whistleblowing policies.

To keep a register of children attending

To plan and prepare appropriate play-based and educational activities

To be reliable, punctual and professional and a good role model to the children and other staff members, at all times

To interact positively with children and to encourage them to engage in meaningful and constructive activities, encouraging positive social skills and good behaviour in pupils

To deal with emergencies that may occur

To administer first aid as appropriate and to comply with the School First Aid policies and procedures, ensuring all accidents are recorded appropriately in the accident book and that parents are informed

To be aware of and work in accordance with the school's child protection policies and procedures in order to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and to raise any concerns relating to such procedures which may be noted during the course of duty

Complete an accident form as necessary, making sure that school are informed of any incident

To contribute to the effective recording and resolution of any complaints or investigations, ensuring confidentiality at all times.

Be aware of and implement all school policies and procedures

Assist with the general welfare/ hygiene of pupils, including the supervision of toileting, washing hands and assisting pupils in their choice of meals

To respect and value all colleagues, children and parents, encouraging a positive and diverse working environment

To liaise with the Headteacher directly when required

To undertake any other duties as required according to the need of the club

What the school offers its staff

• A position in a popular, friendly and lively village school (91 )


• A dedicated and experienced team of teachers and support staff


• A Trust/school that prides itself on its high standards of behaviour and positive attitudes to learning


• Pupils who are enthusiastic about their learning and want to reach their potential


• Supportive parents


• Free parking
  
  Level 2 or 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools, Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education, or other relevant qualification in nursery work or childcare (or willingness to work towards a qualification if not already held)


GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A
• to C) including English and Maths


Experience of working with children with behavioral/challenging behaviour

First Aid

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