Teaching Assistant

• To work under the overall direction of the Deputy Head and class teacher, to provide routine support to the teacher in the care of pupils and management of the classroom
• You may be required to provide language and learning support to a specific pupil who requires particular help to overcome barriers to learning
• You will ensure the safeguarding of, and promote the welfare of ,all the children in the school community
• Accompany teaching staff and pupils on visits, trips and out of school activities as required
• Encourage the pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher
• Work as part of a team to ensure that the well-being, behaviour and personal development of pupils enhances their learning opportunities and life skills
• Assist in the delivery of structured support to identified pupils in accordance with specific work programmes designed and supervised by individual teachers
• Use routine supervision and care skills to support a specific SEN pupil, ensuring their safety
• Support a specific pupil by assisting in day to day learning through in-class support, both independent and small group work
• Monitor progress and contribute to future planning
• Work as part of a team in maintaining classroom organisation and discipline through the implementation of the school’s behaviour management strategies
• Provide support to ensure pupils achieve learning goals
• Provide detailed and regular feedback to teachers and SENDCo on pupils’ achievement, progress, problems etc.
• Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health and safety, security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person

• Like children and have a genuine concern for and understanding of children
• Be willing to contribute to the ethos of the school
• Be discreet and observe confidentiality inside and outside Potters Gate
• Have an optimistic and positive outlook and a sense of humour
• Be able to work as an effective team member, be supportive of colleagues and also be able to use their own initiative
• Be reliable and punctual
• Be able to follow instructions and undertake routine tasks
• Be patient and have perseverance and flexibility and have a positive approach to change
• Possess enthusiasm and a desire to expand your skills
• A good general education including GCSE English and Maths at Grade C or above, good levels of written and spoken English, Maths and confidence using IT

• Previous experience working in a similar role would be desirable
• This role would also suit a candidate looking to gain some classroom experience as a Teaching Assistant ahead of a future teaching course

Potential to offer you a future platform for your education via the SCITT scheme