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Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant

Bishopsgate School

Surrey

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Salary:
£9,952 Delicious free lunch on working days, free staff parking, Cycle to Work scheme, use of the beautiful swimming pool, and the opportunity to grow and develop professional skills and qualifications.
Job type:
Part Time, Permanent
Start date:
03/06/2019
Apply by:
22 April 2019

Job overview

We are currently seeking an excellent Teaching Assistant to work closely with teachers and other staff in Years 3 and 4.

The successful candidate will engage fully with the Mission of Bishopsgate School which is to prepare its pupils for life beyond school, fostering the qualities of industry, tolerance and honesty among all members of the school community, and helping them build up the mental, emotional, social and strategic resources to enjoy challenge and cope with uncertainty and complexity; to discover the things they would love to be good at while strengthening their will and skill to pursue them.

Bishopsgate is a vibrant and happy community in which we all do our utmost to ensure that the children in our care enjoy their childhoods and develop a lifelong love of learning. Children's prep school years are precious and we strive for the highest standards both of teaching and learning and of pastoral care.

This is a permanent part-time role during term-time, commencing 03/06/2019. The hours are 08:15 - 13:15 Monday to Friday.

The ideal candidate will be qualified to NVQ Level 3, although good GSCEs in literacy and numeracy would be acceptable, along with experience of working with children in a mainstream school.

Teaching and learning

a) Contribute ideas & suggestions to aid planning & topic work

b) Assist with the preparation of learning materials (photocopying etc.)

c) Assist in tidying up after activities

d) Help foster good relations with parents

e) Help care for sick children, liaising with the School Nurse

f) Assist children during their daily routine

g) Assist teacher with appropriate reading tasks

h) Assist class teacher in monitoring the progress of children in the class

i) Help children to work as effectively as possible both in groups and independently by:

I. Clarifying and explaining instructions

II. Ensuring that pupils are able to use equipment and materials provided

III. Motivating and encouraging pupils

IV. Helping pupils to concentrate on, and finish, work set

V. Developing appropriate resources to support pupils

j) Follow all codes of practice in relation to school discipline, health and safety regulations and the reporting of accidents

k) Assist in organising the classroom in an attractive fashion and displaying the children’s work to the best possible advantage

l) Attend staff meetings when requested

m) Attend staff Inset sessions and seek out training courses to support professional development

n) Take on a fair share of supervisory duties in accordance with staff duty rotas

o) Undertake cover for absent colleagues when appropriate and as directed by Head of Lower School

p) To work with teachers and other TAs to help children to stay on task and/or provide specific support to children with special needs, for example helping a dyslexic child with writing

q) To take groups of children for differentiated or extension work following from work initiated by the teacher with the whole class 

Recording and assessment

a) To use agreed systems for identifying, assessing, monitoring and reviewing pupil progress

b) To assess pupils as directed at an appropriate time 

c) To set targets for raising achievement among pupils with class teacher 

d) To help identify children who would benefit from either individual or small group tuition

e) To provide regular feedback to Class Teachers regarding pupils’ educational and emotional progress

f) To keep accurate and detailed records 

g) To maintain confidentiality

Pupils

a) To help manage pupil behaviour, including undertaking break time duties, playground monitoring and intervention to remind children of school rules and behaviour codes; this does not cover disciplinary matters which are for the teaching staff.

b) To establish supportive relationships with pupils to establish the trust and respect of individuals and groups within the school.

c) To develop methods of promoting/reinforcing pupils’ self-esteem.

d) To supervise pupils, on a rota basis, during break times and lunch.

e) To run Options and After School clubs.

The School reserves the right to make an appointment before the closing date, so applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as this job may be withdrawn at any point without notice. 

Bishopsgate School is committed to providing a safe environment for its pupils and staff. Applicants for this post will be required to provide proof of identity at interview and undergo an enhanced DBS check before starting work.

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About Bishopsgate School

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A very warm welcome to Bishopsgate, a school brimming with life and opportunities, and we are delighted that you are considering joining our exceptional community.

At Bishopsgate, we boast a dynamic and enthralling environment, where childhood is notmerely valued but cherished. Our unwavering commitment to exemplary pastoral care ensures that every child thrives, blossoms, and relishes their formative years with us. We wholeheartedly believe in fostering a profound love for learning, nurturing lifelong passions in academics, arts, sports, and culture, while equipping our pupils to embrace the challenges that lie ahead in their academic journey and beyond.

Westand resolute in our vision for Bishopsgate - one where rigorous and innovative teaching and learning are at the core of our ethos. We believe in offering our pupils a full spectrum of transformative experiences, an education that transcends boundaries and empowers them to embark on a path of endless growth and self-discovery. We take immense pride in providing an educational sanctuary where childhood is celebrated, and cherished memories are cultivated to accompany our pupils throughout their lives.

If the prospect of a role at Bishopsgate excites you and you believe you possess the necessary skills, experience, and attributes, we wholeheartedly welcome your application.

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