Teaching Assistant at Sacred Heart Catholic Voluntary Academy

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Job Reference #

EDV/2026/SHCVA/56804

Location

St Peter's Avenue, Sowerby Bridge, West Yorkshire, HX6 1BL

Contract Type

Permanent

Contract Term

Part-Time

Salary

£17,461.00 Annually (Actual)

Hours Per Week

Weeks Per Year

44.6

Closing Date

9:00am, Mon 13th Jul, 2026

Start Date

2nd September 26

Positions Available

Positions Available 1

Interview Date(s)

Week Commencing 13th July 26

Interview Date(s) Week Commencing 13th July 26

About this Role

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Support for the Pupil

· To work with individual or groups of pupils to support learning as directed by the teacher/SENDCO (including Forest School and Nurture) including intervention programmes as appropriate.

· To support working relationships with pupils, acting as role model and setting high expectations.

· To meet the personal and physical needs of pupils whilst encouraging their independence.

· To facilitate pupil access to specialist provision as indicated by the pupil’s IEP or EHC.

· To develop a range of learning support materials and resources (adapting where appropriate for individual pupil needs) e.g. English and Maths.

· To work with individuals or groups of pupils in the use of IT to support learning.

· To monitor and give feedback on the progress of the pupils in regard to the objectives in their plan.

· To hear children read, support guided reading activities and maintain records.

· Promote positive values, attitudes and good pupil behaviour, dealing promptly with conflict and incidents in line with established policy and encourage pupils to take responsibility for their own behaviour.

· To encourage pupil participation in school activities and interaction with others.

· To support children in Forest School when required. This will involve working outside throughout the year.