Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Job Introduction

Aston Rowant is a place where everyone — children and staff alike — thrives. Our strapline, "Growing Together," reflects the spirit of collaboration, growth, and joy that fills our school every day. We look forward to welcoming someone who shares our passion for creating an inclusive and nurturing environment for all.  We are looking for someone who will be a guiding light in the lives of our pupils and a friendly, supportive colleague to our team. If you believe in the power of kindness and nurturing potential, you’ll be right at home here.

TEACHING ASSISTANTS – SUPPORTING AND DELIVERING LEARNING (LEVEL 4)

Evaluated Grade 8

To complement the professional work of teachers by taking responsibility for agreed learning activities under an agreed system of supervision. This may involve planning, preparing and delivering learning activities for individuals/groups or short term for whole classes and monitoring pupils and assessing, recording and reporting on pupils achievement, progress and development. Responsible for the management and development of a specialist area within the school and/or management of other teaching assistants including allocation and monitoring of work, appraisal and training

SUPPORT FOR PUPILS

• Assess the needs of pupils and use detailed knowledge and specialist skills to support pupils’ learning
• Establish productive working relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and setting high expectations
• Implement IEPs
• Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils within the classroom
• Support pupils consistently whilst recognising and responding to their individual needs
• Encourage pupils to interact and work co-operatively with others and engage all pupils in activities
• Promote independence and employ strategies to recognise and reward achievement of self-reliance
• Provide feedback to pupils in relation to progress and achievement

SUPPORT FOR TEACHERS

• Organise and manage appropriate learning environment and resources
• Within an agreed system of supervision, plan challenging teaching and learning objectives to evaluate and adjust lessons/work plans as appropriate
• Monitor and evaluate pupil responses to learning activities through a range of assessment and monitoring strategies against pre-determined learning objectives
• Provide objective and accurate feedback and reports as required on pupil achievement, progress and other matters, ensuring the availability of appropriate evidence
• Record progress and achievement in lessons/activities systematically and providing evidence of range and level of progress and attainment
• Work within an established discipline policy to anticipate and manage behaviour constructively, promoting self-control and independence
• Production of lesson plans, worksheet, plans etc.

SUPPORT FOR THE CURRICULUM

• Deliver learning activities to pupils within agreed system of supervision, adjusting activities according to pupil responses/needs
• Use ICT effectively to support learning activities and develop pupils’ competence and independence in its use
• Select and prepare resources necessary to lead learning activities, taking account of pupils’ interests and language and cultural backgrounds
• Advise on appropriate deployment and use of specialist aid / resources / equipment

SUPPORT FOR THE SCHOOL

• Comply with and assist with the development of policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting concerns to an appropriate person
• Be aware of and support difference and ensure all pupils have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop
• Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school
• Contribute to the identification and execution of appropriate out of school learning activities which consolidate and extend work carried out in class

SELECTION CRITERIA Experience

• Experience working with children of relevant age in a learning environment
• Meet Higher Level Teaching Assistant standards or equivalent qualification or experience
• Excellent numeracy/literacy skills
• Can use ICT effectively to support learning
• Good understanding of child development and learning processes
• Understanding of statutory frameworks relating to teaching
• Ability to organise, lead and motivate a team
• Constantly improve own practice/knowledge through self-evaluation and learning from others
• Ability to relate well to children and adults
• Work constructively as part of a team, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities and your own position within these

• For all staff- You have specific responsibilities under Health & Safety legislation to ensure that you:
  1. take reasonable care for your own health and safety, and that of others affected by what you do, or do not do
  2. co-operate on all issues involving health and safety
  3. use work items provided for you correctly, in accordance with training and instructions
  4. do not interfere with or misuse anything provided for your health, safety or welfare
  5. report any health and safety concerns to your line manager as soon as practicable.

Safer Recruitment

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.