The teaching assistant’s main role is to provide support to pupils.  Duties will include running specific programmes and activities to assist the pupils’ individual learning and social needs. The LSA will be responsible for implementing the targets and strategies outlined by the Class teacher.

Supporting Pupils;

• to provide learning support for pupils in class or in 1:1 situations
• to develop knowledge of the needs of the pupils and seek advice from the SENDCo, class teacher and outside agencies as required
• to make or modify resources as suggested and advised by the teacher
• to organise and maintain an inclusive learning environment across the whole school environment
• provide positive reinforcements and praise to the student
• facilitate inclusion in small group activities with peers and support interaction between them
• to attend in service training and relevant meetings relevant to the post in order to keep up to date with developments in working with children with special educational need
• to provide personal care to children who require a dedicated person to manage their physical needs including hygiene

Supporting the Teacher;

• to work as part of the team to ensure that the wellbeing and personal development of the student enhances their learning opportunities and life skills
• to provide regular feedback to the class teachers and, where necessary, relevant outside agencies about any pupil’s difficulties and progress
• to supporting the school to foster links between home and school
• to participate in relevant professional development as deemed appropriate
• to understand and apply the school policies on learning and behaviour, and the statutory guidelines relating to disability discrimination and special educational needs
• to maintain confidentiality and sensitivity to the students’ needs but have regard to the safeguarding procedures of the school
• to carry out duties as directed by the teacher or Head Teacher 

If you feel you have what we are looking for then we would welcome your application.

CV's are not accepted for any posts based in schools.

Please ensure that references include your most recent employer and that the contact email is their professional NOT their personal email address.

Manor Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.  We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this vision. Successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check along with other relevant employment checks.  Manor Multi Academy Trust is an Equal Opportunities employer.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is eligible for an enhanced DBS check including a Children's Barring List Check. If you are barred from working with children you are breaking the law if you apply for this post.

Online Search

An online search will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates.  This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and you will have the opportunity to discuss any issues of concern that may arise from this search at the interview.