Teaching Assistant

Located in rural Suffolk, Bramfield House School is an independent residential special educational needs school for boys aged 7-16 years who have behavioural, emotional and mental health difficulties.

The School has a committed and innovative multidisciplinary team, extensive site and excellent facilities to support both learning and extra-curricular activities; we are in a great position to provide our students with the best education and care possible. We need highly-motivated and enthusiastic individuals who want to make a real difference.

We are committed to Equal Opportunities and welcome applications from all sectors of the community.

Purpose of Post

• To work as part of ‘one team’ to assist in the every day education and care of young people with special education needs.
• Providing support for pupils within the classroom with the aim of supporting independence.
• Assisting the teacher in the delivery of the curriculum.
• Providing specialist SEN, subject or other support to pupils.

General Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain individual relationships with pupils that are consistent, caring and understanding.
• Assist individuals or groups of pupils within the classroom and the residential environment with their learning, both academic and behavioural/social.
• Liaise with education and care colleagues regarding issues, concerns or achievements of pupils.
• Contribute to weekly Circle Time, and half-termly pupil planning and reviews, including Progress Reports and Multielement Plans.
• Work one-to-one or with small groups of pupils on specific programs (e.g. behavioural or literacy intervention) when required.
• Prepare materials required for classroom teaching as directed by the teacher, including photocopying when required.
• Supervise of pupils going to and from class at transition times and when in need of time out.
• Work with pupils at break and lunch times in offering support and supervision with recreational activities.
• Ensure the classroom/workplace is adequately equipped with stationery, pens, paper etc., and well presented.
• Present suitable personal standards of behaviour to pupils and act as an appropriate role model.
• Write up or word process incidents and other matters of interest/concern promptly and to an acceptable standard.
• Maintain confidentiality in all matters relating to the school, its staff and pupils.
• Act with courtesy and professionalism in all contact with pupils, their families and other agencies.
• Listen to pupils, identifying needs and concerns and, according to established procedures, passing on any matters in the area of Child Protection and Safeguarding.
• Attend training days and staff meetings to fulfil core competencies as directed by the school, including Team Teach, Child Protection and Safeguarding

Duties and Accountabilities

• Adhere to the policies and procedures that guide practice and fulfil the Statement of Purpose at Bramfield House School.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the school.
• Ensure that Safeguarding, Child Protection and confidentiality legislation is adhered to.
• Maintain a current drivers’ licence.

Acorn Care and Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and young people in our care. Successful applicants will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.