Holme St Cuthbert School are looking for a teaching assistant to join their team!
Within this role as a teaching assistant you will work with class teachers to raise the learning and attainment of pupils, promote pupils' independence, self-esteem and social inclusion, give support to pupils, individually or in groups, so they can access the curriculum, take part in learning and experience a sense of achievement.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Use relevant strategies to support the work of the teacher and increase achievement of all pupils including, where appropriate, those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
- Promote, support and facilitate inclusion by encouraging participation of all pupils in learning and extracurricular activities.
- Support the teaching of a broad and balanced curriculum aimed at pupils achieving their full potential in all areas of learning.
- Use effective behaviour management strategies consistently in line with the school’s policy and procedures.
- Support class teachers with maintaining good order and discipline among pupils, managing behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment.
- Organise and manage teaching space and resources to help maintain a stimulating and safe learning environment.
- Observe pupil performance and pass observations on to the class teacher.
- Use ICT skills to advance pupils’ learning.
- Undertake any other relevant duties given by the class teacher.
- Contribute to effective assessment and planning by supporting the monitoring, recording and reporting of pupil performance and progress as appropriate to the level of the role.
- Read and understand lesson plans shared prior to lessons, if available.
- Prepare the classroom for lessons.
Sills and Qualities
- Approachable person
- To work well as part of a team
- Be able to build good relationships with staff and pupils
- Trustworthy and reliable
Salary
£7.55 per hour
Work hours
Monday to Friday 8:30am - 4pm
(one evening a week 5pm finish)
Annual Leave Entitlement
5.6 weeks