Physical Education Teaching Assistant - Leighton Buzzard, United Kingdom - Oak Bank School

Oak Bank School

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Leighton Buzzard, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Description

37 hours per week - Term Time only

As part of the PE Department and under the instruction and guidance of teaching staff/managers, to undertake educational activities and attend to the educational, personal and social needs of pupils in order to support their learning and development and to ensure their safety and to develop approaches to maintaining pupils who are in crisis.

Support for Pupils

To attend to the educational, personal and social needs of pupils and any other requirements depending on the pupil's special needs and, wherever possible, make these part of the learning experience.
Under agreed school procedures, to give first aid/medicine where necessary.
To promote and support the inclusion of all pupils in the learning activities in which they are involved.
Whilst there may be a specific requirement to support a named pupil or pupils with a Statement of Special Educational Needs, support to other pupils may also be required, at the direction of the Headteacher_._
To assist with preparation for school visits and the supervision of pupils on such visits, in liaison with the Educational Visits Coordinator.
To assist individual pupils experiencing difficulties in managing their behaviour supporting them outside the classroom/social group.
To assist pupils integration into the classroom/social group as part of their planned programme.
To set a good example to pupils through own presentation and conduct.
To liaise with parents/carers.
Making use of the school's database system. Set clear targets for social and behavioural achievement of individuals.
To provide an environment conducive to the social and emotional needs of pupils.

Support for Teachers

Within the overall plan set by the class teacher to assist in devising and extending educational activities and in preparation of the curriculum. This may include contributing to the development and implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and Personal and Pastoral Support Plans.
To help assess and systematically record pupils' progress and achievements, using the results of this monitoring in further support work.
To efficiently prepare, maintain and use classroom teaching materials and equipment, including organising the use of audio/visual and ICT equipment, bearing in mind the efficient use of school resources (this may include photocopying, arranging displays of work etc).
To assist in maintaining classroom discipline by working with individual and groups of pupils in developing expectations of acceptable personal and social behaviour and help make them part of the learning experience.
To support teachers with the behavioural management of individuals within the whole class setting, so that teaching objectives are met and best use is made of teaching time.
To support teachers in establishing and maintaining a purposeful working atmosphere and setting high expectations for pupils' behaviour.

Support for the Curriculum

To support the teaching of literacy, numeracy or other specific curriculum areas/specialisms as required and agreed with the Headteacher.

Support for the School

To work collaboratively with colleagues as part of a professional team, in particular the class teacher, the Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) and other teaching assistants; working at all times within the school's policies and procedures.
To assist in the general efficient operation of the school, including providing cover for other support staff where necessary and as directed by the Headteacher.
To attend staff meetings and parents' evenings, participate in performance management arrangements and undertake training and development activities.
To ensure that support for the behaviour management of pupils is consistent with the school's policies and programmes; sharing good practice with colleagues.
To assist in establishing good relationships with parents and carers and provide information about educational, social and behavioural progress and targets.
To maintain confidentiality at all times in respect of schoolrelated matters and to prevent disclosure of confidential or sensitive information.
To undertake tasks of a similar nature and level, as directed by the Headteacher.