Vacancies

Teaching Assistant

Job Introduction

The children, staff and Governors of Five Acres Primary School are looking for a Teaching Assistant to join our enthusiastic and dedicated team to contribute to the future development of our thriving (Ofsted good!) school. We are able to offer exciting opportunities for continuing professional development as well as a friendly, nurturing environment which supports all staff. We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of all pupils and their families.

Main Responsibilities

To work under the instruction/guidance of teaching/senior staff to undertake work/care/support programmes, to enable access to learning for pupils and to assist the teacher in the management of pupils. Work may be carried out in the classroom or outside the main teaching area.

Support for Pupils

Supervise and provide particular support for pupils, including those with special needs, ensuring their safety and access to learning activities
Establish constructive relationships with pupils and interact with them according to individual needs
Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils
Encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher
Set challenging and demanding expectations and promote self-esteem and independence
Provide feedback to pupils in relation to progress and achievement under guidance of the teacher

Support for the Teacher

Create and maintain a purposeful, orderly and supportive environment, in accordance with lesson plans and assist with the display of pupils’ work
Use strategies, in liaison with the teacher, to support pupils to achieve learning goals
Monitor pupils’ responses to learning activities and accurately record achievement/progress as directed
Provide detailed and regular feedback to teachers on pupil achievement, progress
Promote good pupil behaviour, dealing promptly with conflict and incidents in line with established policy and encourage pupils to take responsibility for their own behaviour
Establish constructive relationships with parents/carers
Administer routine tests and invigilate exams and undertake routine marking of pupils’ work
Provide clerical/admin. support

Support for the Curriculum

Undertake structured and agreed learning activities/teaching programmes, adjusting activities according to pupil responses
Prepare, maintain and use equipment/resources required to meet the lesson plans/relevant learning activity and assist pupils in their use

Support for the School

Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all 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
Appreciate and support the role of other professionals
Participate in training and other learning activities and performance development as required
Accompany teaching staff and pupils on visits, trips and out of school activities as required and take responsibility for a group under the supervision of the teacher

Experience

Working with or caring for children of relevant age

Qualifications

Good numeracy/literacy skills
Training in the relevant learning strategies e.g. literacy

Knowledge/Skills

Effective use of ICT to support learning
Use of other equipment technology – video, photocopier
Understanding of relevant polices/codes of practice and awareness of relevant legislation
General understanding of national/foundation stage curriculum and other basic learning programmes/strategies
Ability to relate well to children and adults
Work constructively as part of a team, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities

How to Apply:

To apply for this post, please email your application form to office.2200@five-acres.oxon.sch.uk

Closing date for application: Friday 13^th December 2024

To start: ASAP

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.