Teaching Assistant

Supporting the work of the classroom teacher thereby making a strong contribution to students’ learning and achievement.

Assist in providing support for individual and groups of students inside and outside of the classroom.

Assist the teacher in the full classroom planning cycle and with the management and preparation of resources.

Assist class teachers with maintaining student’s records.

Assist in the educational and social development of pupils under the direction and guidance of the SENCO and classroom teachers.

Support and nurture the students in your care by ensuring a secure, stimulating learning environment for them.

Attend staff meetings / briefings and other meetings with colleagues and / or Governors as required.

Work closely with teachers to ensure the all-round development of each child in the group, planning appropriately for individual daily progress.

To work flexibly depending on the needs of students, parents/carers, and other stakeholders.

To follow up, report and record incidents either encountered directly and/or referred by colleagues.

To contribute and work to resolve conflicts when encountered.

To liaise with senior colleagues, when necessary, in regard to individual student’s personal and educational development.

Be available to support and participate in lunchtime and after-school clubs/meetings in order to facilitate engagement of students with a range of activities.

To follow the school’s behaviour policies, procedures and guidelines at all times, and contribute to their development as appropriate.

To maintain strict confidentiality of information at all times.