Learning and Development
Teaching Assistants in the Learning Development Department work under the direction of the SENDCO, Mrs Beth Hunt. Learning Development is a large, thriving department of about twenty staff. There are approximately 220 pupils on the SEN register. We offer a wide range of support including one to one, small group withdrawal, in-class support, reading and spelling groups, social skills groups and mentoring. Our Teaching Assistants work in Year Team Groups working collectively to meet the needs of everyone in their Year group. As a department we aim to help the pupils to become independent learners and fully support the school’s development plan which is focused on Predictability and Adaptive Teaching.
The below profile describes the general nature of work performed at this level as set out in the job family. It is not intended to be a detailed list of all duties and responsibilities which may be required. The role will be further defined by annual objectives, which will be developed with the role holder.
Job Purpose
To support the development and education of children in schools.
Key Outputs
To support the class teacher with their responsibility for the development and education of children in schools, which may include pupils with special needs. To assist an individual teacher, or teachers, in delivering and evaluating programmes and adapting teaching materials to suit the particular requirements of individual pupils and groups. To assist in meeting the pupils’ need for encouragement, reassurance and comfort while encouraging independence at all times. You will also be required to invigilate exams, support break and afterschool clubs and escort students to lessons when required
Safeguarding
All staff have a responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of children in line with the school Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy .
Representative Accountabilities
Support Delivery
Deliver 1-1 and/or group support / intervention and monitor pupil performance, including those who have physical, emotional or educational needs, under the direction of senior staff.
Use of relevant tools/equipment.
Carry out routine tasks to organise and maintain the learning environment.
Ensure all wellbeing, behaviour and personal development of pupils.
Maybe required to respond to pupils' needs in routine, pre-agreed tasks (including routine medical needs).
Planning and Organising
Plan own set tasks within the day.
Ensure materials and equipment are available as and when required.
Maybe required to contribute with activity planning.
Analysis, Reporting and Documentation
May need to make records of activities/observations for further submission to supervisor as per instructions.
Work with others
Respond to individual needs and/or answer simple queries politely and ask for assistance where necessary.
Report any concerns, problems or incidents, e.g. safeguarding, behaviour, breakdowns, and deficiencies, in accordance with relevant reporting procedures.
Liaise with parents, visitors, and contractors in a courteous manner, to promote a positive image of the site.
Duties for all
Values: To uphold the values and behaviours of the organisation.
Equality & Diversity: To work inclusively, with a diverse range of stakeholders and promote equality of opportunity.
Health, Safety & Welfare: To maintain high standards of Health, Safety and Welfare at work and take reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves and others.
The Core National Standards for Supporting Teaching & Learning: To understand and carry out role in line with agreed standards, expectations & qualifications. Contribute to and influence children’s learning and personal development.
To have regard to and comply with safeguarding policy and procedures.
Role Summary
Roles at this level provide support in a defined area using play equipment, powered tools and equipment. They perform a limited range of well-established routines within basic procedures under regular supervision. They are generally practical roles but require some previous work experience. The work is typically to daily deadlines; some organising of their own workload may be required but timescales will be hour-to-hour and day-to-day. The nature of planning in these roles is development and supervision to meet children learning needs.
Please note that applications will be considered upon receipt. Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the recruitment process once a suitable candidate is appointed.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The amendments to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020) provides that when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’. This means that they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. The Ministry of Justice’s guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions and further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The school will carry out an enhanced DBS check with children’s barred list information as part of its safer recruitment procedures. Any information disclosed will be handled in accordance with the Data Protection Act and the school’s safeguarding policies. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar you from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances of your offences. We undertake to discuss any matter revealed in a DBS check with you before withdrawing a conditional offer of employment.