Temporary 1:1 TEACHING ASSISTANT Grade 1

SUPPORT FOR THE CURRICULUM

• Implement agreed learning activities/teaching programmes, adjusting activities according to pupil responses/needs.
• Implement local and national learning strategies, (e.g. Early Years, Phonics) and make effective use of opportunities provided by other learning activities to support the development of relevant skills.
• Support the use of ICT in learning activities and develop pupils’ competence and independence in its use.
• Help pupils to access learning activities through specialist support.
• Determine the need for, prepare and maintain general and specialist equipment and resources.

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.
• Establish constructive relationships and communicate with other agencies/professionals, in liaison with the teacher, to support achievement and progress of pupils.
• Attend and participate in meetings where appropriate.
• Participate in training and other learning activities as required.
• Recognise own strengths and areas of expertise and use these to advise and support others.
• Provide appropriate guidance and supervision and assist in the training and development of staff as appropriate.
• Supervise pupils on visits, trips and out of school activities as required.

Other Duties:

• To contribute to the positive team atmosphere and public image of the school.
• To act professionally and with integrity at all times.
• To assist with the general care and welfare of all pupils striving to maintain a happy safe environment at all times
• To adhere to and maintain school routines and codes of conduct including confidentiality
• To support the aims and ethos of the school at all times
• To maintain personal and professional development to meet the changing demands of the job, participate in appropriate training activities and encourage and support staff in their development and training.
• To undertake such other duties, training and/or hours of work as may be reasonably required and which are consistent with the general level of responsibility of this job.
• To undertake health and safety duties commensurate with the post and/or as detailed in the school Health and Safety Policy.

GENERAL

• The job description allocates duties and responsibilities. It does not direct the particular amount of time to be spent in carrying them out and no part of it may be so construed. In allocating time to the performance of duties and responsibilities, the post holder will have regard to the needs and priorities of the school.
• The job description is not a comprehensive definition of the post and you may be required to undertake such other tasks appropriate to the level of appointment as the Head of School may reasonably require. It may be reviewed at the end of the autumn term, or earlier if necessary, and may be subject to modification or amendment at any time after consultation. You may discuss your job description with the Head of School at any arranged time.
• Offenham CE First School has an Equal Opportunities and a No Smoking Policy. All employees are expected to be committed to these. Offenham CE First School is a non-smoking environment throughout.
• The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and, as such, requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
• The duties described in this job description must be carried out in a manner which promotes equality of opportunity, dignity and due respect for all employees and service users and is consistent with the School’s Equal Opportunities Policy.

Qualifications, Knowledge And Skills Required

• Excellent numeracy / literacy skills
• Effective use of specialist ICT packages
• Use of specialist equipment and resources
• Full working knowledge of relevant policies / codes of practice / legislation
• Ability to plan and develop systems
• Ability to relate well to children and adults
• Able to work constructively as part of a team, understanding school roles and responsibilities and own position within these

Contacts:

In all contacts the post holder will be required to present a good image of the School and the Academy Trust as well as maintaining constructive relationships.

Notes:

• This post is linked to the needs of a named pupil who has an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). The role is funded through the pupil’s individual EHCP allocation. If the pupil leaves the school, or if their level of funded support changes, the funding for this post may no longer be available. In such circumstances, the school may need to review the continued viability of the role, which could result in the post being amended or ended following appropriate consultation and HR procedures. The Governing Body reserves the right to alter the content of this Job Description, after consultation, to reflect changes to the job or services provided, without altering the general character or level of responsibility. The duties described in this Job Description must be carried out in a manner which promotes equality of opportunity, dignity and due respect for all employees and service users and is consistent with the Crowle Equal Opportunities Policy.