Teaching Assistant
What skills and experience we're looking for
The successful candidate will work with teachers to support teaching and learning, providing general and specific assistance to pupils and staff under the direction and supervision of the classroom teacher.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities- Work with individuals or small groups of pupils in the classroom under the direct supervision of teaching staff and provide feedback to the teacher.
- Support pupils to understand instructions and support independent learning and inclusion of all pupils.
- Support the teacher in behaviour management and keeping pupils on task.
- Support pupils in social and emotional well-being, reporting problems to the teacher as appropriate.
- Prepare and clear up learning environment and resources, including photocopying, filing and the display and presentation of pupils’ work and contribute to maintaining a safe environment.
- Record pupil data as required
- Support children’s learning through play.
- Assist with break-time supervision including facilitating games and activities.
- Assist with escorting pupils on educational visits.
- Support pupils in using ICT. Invigilate exams and tests.
- Assist pupils with eating, dressing and hygiene, as required, whilst encouraging independence.
- Support pupils on a one-to-one basis in line with the requirements of an EHCP To present a positive personal image, contributing to a welcoming school environment which supports equal opportunities for all.
- To perform, in accordance with any directions, which may reasonably be given to you by your Line Manager or Headteacher from time to time, such particular duties as may reasonably be assigned.
Other
The duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive. The postholder may be required to undertake other duties that may be required from time to time within the general scope of the post. Any such duties should not substantially change the general character of the post.Duties and responsibilities outside of the general scope of this grade of post will be with the consent of the postholder.
The postholder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with LAAT Equal Opportunities policies. The postholder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with the LAAT Health and Safety policies and procedures.
All employees need to be aware of the possible abuse of children and vulnerable adults and if you are concerned you need to follow the Academies’ Safeguarding Policy. In addition, employees working with children have a responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of during the course of their work
What the school offers its staff
Friskney All Saints Church of England Primary School are part of the Lincoln Anglican Academy Trust (LAAT). LAAT is a multi-academy trust formed by the Diocese of Lincoln. We are a growing and thriving family of schools who are dedicated to providing an excellent education for pupils across Lincolnshire.We place a strong emphasis on continued development. The relationship with the Trust brings great strength to all schools and enhances CPD opportunities for all staff.
We have a vision to deliver the very best for our children both within and beyond the curriculum. We work hard to develop the trust built throughout our school community and our Christian values of Love, Trust, Kindness, Hope and Respect underpin everything we do.We aim to be a school where every individual in our community knows they are treasured and loved as a unique child of God. Our curriculum is creative, rich and coherent and makes learning stimulating, meaningful and relevant.
Our staff are skilled, creative, reflective and collaborative practitioners and this enables our pupils to embrace the future with hope and confidence. We recognise the importance of engagement with home and encourage all of our parents to be active partners in their children’s learning and also in the life of the school.Individuality and diversity is celebrated in our school and is evident in all classrooms. Every child is treated as an individual. Our school is one where everyone is valued and encouraged to take an active role in our school community.
We believe positive role models and strong, supportive relationships help children feel safe and secure enough to take the risks necessary to learn. The skills, knowledge and dedication of all of our staff and community volunteers help to enthuse and motivate our children to achieve their very best.
Commitment to safeguarding
In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, please be advised that if shortlisted, we will carry out internet searches to support our commitment to safer recruitment. Please note that the purpose of this is to identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, which the school might want to explore with applicants at interview.Internet searches will be carried out by someone who is not directly involved in the recruitment process and only relevant information will be shared with the interview panel.