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Join our team as a General Teaching Assistant, supporting teachers to deliver high-quality learning across the school. You'll work with individuals, small groups and classes, helping pupils to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.
To work under the direction of the Headteacher, SENCO and class teachers to support the learning, well-being and development of pupils across the school. The postholder will work with individuals, small groups and whole classes and may be required to provide dedicated 1:1 support for pupils with additional or high needs, enabling all children to access learning and achieve their full potential.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the planning, preparation and delivery of high-quality learning activities under the guidance of the class teacher
- Work with individual pupils, small groups or whole classes to reinforce learning and promote progress
- Provide personalised support for pupils with SEND or high needs, including those with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), following agreed strategies and provision plans
- Foster positive, trusting relationships that promote confidence, independence and emotional well-being
- Encourage positive behaviour and support the school's behaviour policy consistently
- Adapt resources and activities to meet the individual needs of pupils
- Support pupils during lessons, playtimes, educational visits and other school activities as required
- Assist with the assessment of pupils by observing learning, recording progress and providing feedback to teachers
- Help prepare, organise and maintain learning resources and classroom environments
- Support pupils with personal care, medical needs or mobility where required, in accordance with agreed care plans and appropriate training
- Promote inclusion, ensuring all pupils are able to participate fully in school life
- Contribute to the development of pupils' social, emotional and communication skills
- Work collaboratively with teachers, the SENCO, therapists, external agencies and parents where appropriate
- Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally at all times
- Attend staff meetings, training and professional development activities as required
- Undertake reasonable administrative duties associated with the role
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- Safeguard and promote the welfare of all children
- Be familiar with and follow all school safeguarding, child protection, health and safety and behaviour policies
- Report any safeguarding concerns immediately in line with school procedures
- Maintain appropriate professional boundaries and act as a positive role model
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