Full Time Teaching Assistant (NVQ Level 3 or wish to work toward NVQ Level 3)

The position:     Teaching Assistant, with lunchtime supervisor responsibilities -Term-Time only 8.00am to 3.30pm

·         Age range ~ 3 to 11 years.

Responsible to:

The successful candidate will be responsible to the Head Teacher and Board of Governors.

Specific Duties:

·         To provide teaching assistant support across the school.

·         To provide daily outside lunchtime play supervision.

Teaching Assistants:

·         To communicate well with pupils, staff, parents and outside agencies.

·         To work closely with the class teacher and SENDCo to enhance the learning opportunities for all pupils.

·         To support the class teacher in maintaining a safe and engaging learning environment.

·         To keep records, as required by the class teacher, to help inform planning and to monitor pupil progress.

·         To help plan and deliver interventions when needed.

·         To work effectively with pupils in 1:1, small group and whole class situations, including pupils with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities.

·         To be able to adapt to situations as they arise, in line with school policies and procedures including the safeguarding policy and procedures.

·         To monitor pupil’s personal, social and emotional development and communicate concerns appropriately.

·         To be positive and encouraging to all pupils.

·         To manage pupil behaviour effectively and appropriately.

·         To support all pupils to feel included and valued.

·         To uphold the values and behaviours of Oakhyrst Grange School.

·         To maintain confidentiality in and out of the workplace.

·         To carry out supervisory duties at break time, as required. 

·         To be in charge of a lunch table, for which a free lunch will be provided.

·         To attend phase group meetings and teaching assistant meetings.

·         To maintain high standards of Health, Safety and Welfare at work.

·         To understand and carry out the role in line with the Teaching Assistant Standards.

Personal Profile:

The successful candidate should:

·         Be educated to an appropriate level and have an NVQ level 3 qualification (or willingness to work towards this).

·         Have good IT skills.

·         Have relevant work experience in a school environment.

·         Have excellent communication skills and be able to relate well to children, parents, staff, Head Teacher and the Board of Governors.

·         Be able to work well as part of a wider team; pupils, class teachers, SENDCo, Head Teacher and the Board of Governors.

·         Be a reflective practitioner, able to problem solve and to seek support when needed.

·         Be able to work in a busy environment.

·         Have high expectations and standards.

·         Be enthusiastic and willing to ‘go the extra mile’.

·         Have a good sense of humour.

In addition:

·         A willingness to attend the main school functions outside of the working week, such as Carol Service, Prize Giving and plays/concerts.

·         A requirement to attend all Inset days in a school year.

Annual Salary:

·         Oakhyrst Grange pay scale.

·         Membership of the school designated pension scheme.

Details Required:

·         Fully completed application form

·         Covering letter

·         Two references prior to interview upon request

·         Satisfactory online check

·         Copies of DBS checks, qualification certificates etc. will be required at interview along with three proofs of identity for a school DBS check.