Danes Hill School are looking for two Teaching Assistants to support the education, supervision and engagement of pupils as directed, providing a high-quality experience for all children.Our teaching assistants support with the Mini Transition classes (aged 2-3 years) through to Year 3 (aged 7-8 years) and may be placed to work with any classes across those age groups.

Main responsibilities

Supporting teaching and learning

Inspiring pupils with a love for learning, and the highest standards and expectations.

Supporting a cheerful, well-organised and stimulating classroom climate that will motivate pupils to learn, think independently, empathise with others, and perform to the best of their abilities.

Communicating with pupils to ensure they understand work set by a class teacher, being clear about expectations.

Assisting with monitoring, assessing and recording each pupil’s progress.

Supporting children with SEND, helping them to actively participate in learning activities and liaising with parents/carers/external agencies as required.

Supporting pupils in activities to develop literacy and numeracy skills, being aware of individual needs, learning targets and the relevant support required to assist.

Participating in the planning of programmes of study for groups of pupils.

Assisting in the preparation of teaching materials and resources which facilitate access to the curriculum for all pupils.

Providing 1:1 and small group support in class, as directed by the class teacher.

Creating informative and well-presented classroom displays and noticeboards, celebrating pupil successes.

Communicating positively with colleagues, parents and pupils, maintaining high standards and expectations.

Preparing and effectively using ICT in the classroom environment to support and promote pupil learning in ways that are stimulating and enjoyable for pupils according to age, needs and abilities.