Teaching Assistant

We are seeking an inspirational, dedicated and passionate Teaching Assistant to join our highly effective and supportive team.

We are dedicated to providing an outstanding education to every child. Our lovely students, hardworking teachers, and supportive parents create a community that is committed to excellence in all areas of education.

Duties and Responsibilities:

·       To work collaboratively with colleagues as part of a professional team, in particular the class teacher, the Special Educational Needs Co-Ordinator (SENDCO) and other teaching assistants, working at all times within the school’s policies and procedures

·       Within the overall plan set by the class teacher or SENDCo to assist in devising and extending educational activities and in preparation of the curriculum.  This may include contributing to the development and implementation of Individual Provision Plans (IPPs) and Personal and Pastoral Support Plans.

·       To promote and support the inclusion of all pupils in the learning activities in which they are involved.

·       To help assess and systematically record pupils’ progress and achievements, using the results of this monitoring in further support work. 

·       The successful applicant will join our staff working under the instruction and guidance of experienced teaching staff, to undertake educational activities and attend to the educational, personal and social needs of pupils in order to support their learning and development whilst ensuring their safety.

·       At Elstow School we challenge all learners to work hard and achieve as individuals across a broad and engaging curriculum, where learning is at the heart of all we do. Our children are nurtured to show respect for themselves, others and the wider community by developing positive relationships built on our school values.

The successful candidate will have

·       Minimum of Level 3 Teaching and Learning Qualification

·       GCSE English and Maths (grades A*-C) or equivalent

·       Previous experience working with children/young people in an educational setting (minimum of 2 years within the last 5 years)

·       Experience of planning and leading small group teaching/interventions desirable

·       Good knowledge of SEN

·       Good IT skills (with good knowledge of Microsoft applications e.g. word, excel, etc.

·       Excellent communication skills

·       Team player and the ability to be able to build effective relationships with both colleagues and students

·       Able to work using initiative

JOB SPECIFICS

Start date: asap

Salary: AS 3-4 £25,105-£25,495, actual pro rata salary £20,608-£20,928 (dependent on experience)

Contract: Fixed Term one year, Term time + inset days, 39 weeks per year, 35 hrs per week, Monday-Friday 8:15am-3:45pm

The Trust reserves the right to interview and appoint a suitable candidate before the deadline date.

Safeguarding

The safeguarding and welfare of children is paramount and all our staff share this view. Applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding and child protection checks including with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.