Teaching Assistant - Nottingham, United Kingdom - Fairfield Spencer Academy

Description

Post title:
Teaching Assistant


Location:
Fairfield Spencer Academy


Reporting to:
Principal


Salary/Pay range:
NJC04-06


Hours of work:
Full time, Term time only


Purpose of the Role

To work with children as part of a team under the overall direction of the Headteacher who will be responsible for the policy and educational programme and for matters of control and discipline within the appropriate Articles of Government.

To foster the participation of pupils in the social and academic processes of the school by recognising individual pupils' needs and identifying and implementing appropriate responses; under the overall management and guidance of the class teacher.

To work independently in accordance within guidelines, to encourage pupils to become more independent learners and help to raise the standard of achievement and attainment for all pupils.

To carry out specified duties with individuals, groups or classes under the direction of a qualified teacher Activities undertaken by colleagues at this level would be monitored by the class teacher or more senior colleagues and the content of learning activities would be planned by the teacher/more senior staff, although there would be an expectation that the post holder would contribute to this process.

Measurable Performance Objectives for classroom-based Education support professionals will relate to:

• The delivery of high-quality support to children and young people
• Accelerating the progress of groups
• Developing high quality resources

Main Duties and Responsibilities
Working as part of this important team you will be required to carry out the following duties.

The nature of the Academy Year requires some of these tasks to be done regularly whilst others will be on an annual cycle.

The post holder will be expected to use all Trust standard computer hardware and software packages where appropriate


Specific responsibilities include:

Key Duties
Assist the class teacher in the planning and evaluation of teaching and learning activities.

Provide support to individuals and groups on teacher planned activities to enable them to access the curriculum, whilst monitoring progress and dealing with challenges as they arise.

Through effective learning strategies, support all pupils to participate in learning activities.

This will involve being aware of pupils' needs, using appropriate equipment and materials and modifying resources as necessary to support pupils to participate and progress.

Contribute to the safeguarding of all pupils by having an awareness of signs of abuse, an understanding of relevant procedure and protocol and ensuring any concerns are addressed in a calm and sensitive manner.

Develop positive relationships with parents, carers and families by taking a partnership approach, maintaining and sharing accurate information where appropriate.

Support for the Pupil

Support learning activities for all pupils by maintaining awareness of the stages of development and individuals' specific needs and giving positive encouragement and feedback to ensure pupils are reaching their full potential.

Provide a keyworker role which entails providing personal care, making observations, completing individual children's 'Learning Journeys'.

Care and support pupils by providing a safe and secure environment, responding appropriately to accidents, emergencies and following established procedures wherever appropriate.

Contribute to the health and well-being of pupils through the support of safeguarding for pupils by ensuring a safe environment, and following policies & procedures at all times.

Develop and promote positive relationships with pupils by communicating effectively, allowing them to feel valued and listened to and encouraging questions and ideas.

Assist with the personal and intimate care of pupils.


Support for the Teacher

Contribute to the planning and evaluation of teaching and learning activities by being clear of own role in delivery, sharing realistic ideas, offering constructive suggestions and giving feedback where appropriate.

Support with the delivery of learning activities in the absence of the teacher, e.g.

when providing cover supervision or working with pupils outside of the classroom; however, learning activities should take place under the direction and supervision of a qualified teacher in accordance with arrangements made by the headteacher of the school.

Working alongside the class teacher to ensure that learning resources and materials are ready for use in activities whilst recognising and minimising potential hazards and making adjustments where necessary.

Escort and supervise pupils on educational visits and out of school activities.


Support for the Curriculum
Support pupils in activities to develop their literacy and numeracy skills by having an awareness of individual needs, learning targets, and the relevant support r