Highgate School
Supply Teaching Assistant – Pre-Prep
London
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Main Responsibilities
Classroom Environment and Resources
- Help to provide a stimulating learning environment for the children under the direction of the teacher
- Welcome the children into the classroom on arrival and assist with settling them in.
- Change reading books in book folders; prepare record sheets in reading file
- Mount and display the children’s work in accordance with the School’s display policy.
- File learning in children’s books or folders
- Prepare reading record books, exercise books, homework folders or trays in collaboration with the class teacher
- Assist in the clearing up, cleaning and storage of classroom equipment, including clearing display boards and removing staples
- Maintain and replenish stocks of paper, exercise books, pencils, art and writing materials and other resources in the classroom
- Photocopy worksheets for use in school and for homework
- Help with preparation and clearing away of art and craft, science and other activities
Care of Children in the School
- Take care of children in the classroom and school building; comfort them when they are unwell or upset; assisting them with washing or cleaning when necessary (e.g. after being sick); encourage independence in dressing; give individual attention when it is needed
- Administer basic first aid when the children are hurt and record such incidents accordingly
- Encourage good discipline and behaviour both in and out of the classroom, in accordance with the School’s policy
- Observe any children closely, and report any behavioural incidents or concerns to the class teacher and on CPOMS
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Care of Children in the Dining Hall and Main Playground
- Provide continuity of care for the children throughout the breaks; accompany the class to the dining room and support as required if on duty in the Dining Hall
- Organise and supervise a range of activities in the playground, including games and quiet activities; help children acquire strategies for coping with the playground environment; make sure that they are safe, follow the playground rules and demonstrate co-operation and fair play
The Curriculum and Children’s Learning
- Help with all aspects of the curriculum; work as needed with individual children and groups, encouraging the development of children’s skills across the curriculum
- Together with the class teacher, hear children read individually and in a group on a daily basis and help to monitor their progress, keeping careful records
Assessment and Record Keeping
- Make observations of the children’s play and behaviour and discuss any significant matters with the Class teacher
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Parents
- Welcome parents who visit the classroom and work closely with them
- Liaise with parents over day-to-day matters if required and relay messages to the Class Teacher
Accompanying Children
- Take children to the Mallinson Sports Centre and help them to prepare for Sport and Exercise and swimming lessons; support children in preparing for and accompany class for Forest School lessons; assist in school visits and outings; all in accordance with the guidelines set out in the School’s health and safety policies
Team Work
- Provide reliable support for the Class Teacher at all times; keep them informed of all matters that affect the children; join in professional discussions and staff meetings after-school; be willing to work with other teachers and children
- Assist with plays and productions, Sports Day, concerts, Open Days and other school events
- If required, undertake to help within the broader context of the School, carrying out other reasonable duties to support its smooth and efficient organisation
These duties and responsibilities are intended as a guide. They are not exhaustive: the Teaching Assistant will be expected to undertake any reasonable task or responsibility as required by the Class Teacher.
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Skills
Classroom Management
Child Care
First Aid
Curriculum Support
Behavioral Monitoring
Parent Communication
Educational Resource Preparation
Student Supervision
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