Full Time Temporary Support Assistant

Oakhyrst Grange School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. At this school we respect and value all children and are committed to providing a caring, friendly and safe environment for our pupils so that they can learn in a relaxed and secure atmosphere. We believe that every pupil should be able to participate in all school activities in an enjoyable and safe environment and be protected from harm. This is the responsibility of every adult employed by, or invited to deliver services at Oakhyrst Grange School. We recognise our responsibility to safeguard all who access school and promote the welfare of all of our pupils by protecting them from physical, sexual and emotional abuse, neglect and bullying.

 Term-Time only 8.00am to 4.00pm commencing on Thursday 5th September 2024

Initially Autumn Term 2024 with the possibility of extending into the Spring Term 2025

Gap year students with relevant experience or areas of interest will be considered as will people with a health care background.

Responsible to:

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

Job Purpose:

To provide specific support to a pupil, with a physical disability, in Key Stage 2.

To help ensure access to all areas of school life.

Specific Duties:

• To support the pupil throughout the school day, to ensure that they are able to access all areas of school life – lessons, playtimes, assemblies etc. This will be an active role which might involve pushing a wheelchair and will involve using the school lift to access the first floor.
• To work 1:1 with the pupil during some lessons.
• To monitor the pupil’s wellbeing and feedback to the class teacher and SENDCo.
• To be aware of the pupil’s needs and accessibility adaptations as recorded on their Individual Support Plan and Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan.
• To help review the Individual Support Plan and Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan and contribute to the development of new plans.

Learning Support 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 National Teaching Assistant guidance.

Personal Profile:

The successful candidate should:

• Be able to demonstrate a good level of English and Maths skilss
• Have good IT skills.
• Have strong 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.

Would be useful to have: 

• Knowledge of the 11+ system.
• An interest in music and/or art.
• A willingness to attend the main school functions outside of the working week, such as the Carol Service, Prize Giving and plays/concerts.

Annual Salary:

Oakhyrst Grange pay scale – to be discussed depending on experience

Details Required:

• Fully completed application form
• Covering letter
• Full Curriculum Vitae
• Two references prior to interview upon request
• Copies of DBS checks, qualification certificates etc. will be required at interview along with three proofs of identity for a school DBS check.