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Job Introduction

The Role

To carry out general teaching assistant duties with a main focus on supporting a child on a 1:1 basis in line with the recommendations of their EHCP. To support a child with complex needs, working closely with class teachers and adapting the national curriculum to suit the child’s needs and to reflect their EHCP. Intimate care is required. The role would involve working 8.15am – 12.30pm supporting the child in class.

The SENCO can be contacted should you wish to discuss the role further.

Work in partnership

The TA will work with and receive instructions from a number of staff members, e.g., Senior Leadership Team, class teacher and outside agencies.

Responsibility of a Teaching Assistant to Teacher

To support and adapt teacher planning as required; modifying where appropriate to aid understanding and access learning.
To pass on information regarding student successes and difficulties – physical, emotional, learning and social.
To enhance communications between teacher and SENCO • To help teacher devise targets for the student when requested.
To gather/report information as directed.
To promote inclusion
To be flexible and able to adapt to different situations.

Duties in relation to student

To help build the student’s confidence and encourage independence.
To support learning and take into account the student’s individual special needs and facilitate access to the setting through appropriate clarification, explanations, equipment, and materials including ICT.
To develop an understanding of the special needs of the students concerned, establish good relationships and act as a positive role model.
To have access to all relevant information that sheds light on student needs including assessment and review materials.
To take/give advice where appropriate from professionals.
To help student record work in an appropriate way, including through the use of ICT.
To help keep student on task and to build motivation.
To maintain a positive attitude.
To scribe for students as necessary.

Selection Criteria

Essential

The successful candidate will:

Have or obtain an Enhanced DBS Certificate
Be trustworthy
Be sensitive
Have the ability to empathise with young people and build a positive relationship
Be discrete
Be a reflective practitioner, who has the potential to develop his/her own career further
Have the ability to communicate effectively with staff, parents and students

Desirable

The successful candidate will have:

Previous experience of working within a school setting and a proven track record of impact.
The ability to take initiative
The ability to work alongside a range of professionals and families Previous experience of working in a flexible way

Hours and salary

The post is for 21.25 hours per week, Monday – Friday mornings (term time only).

This is a Fixed Term Position.

This is a Grade 5 / £12.18 to 12.59 per hour, depending on experience. You may be expected to attend INSET days, for which you will be paid.

Reasons to apply:

You are seeking a great quality of life and recognise this in our setting.

Your drive is delivering the best for children and a love for the profession.

You are confident in your capacity to make a difference.

You may have ambition to become a teacher.

TO APPLY

Please complete the application form and email to recruit@mtoat.co.uk

Please note we may perform online searches for candidates that are shortlisted for interview, this is part of our due diligence and Safer Recruitment processes. Successful candidates will be subject to full referencing and DBS checks.

Application Form

https://www.tes.com/jobs/vacancy/send-teaching-assistant-oxfordshire-2107632