Teaching and Learning Support Assistant
Brookmead School
LEIGHTON BUZZARD
- £13,000 - £13,200 per year
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- National Joint Council
- Job type:
- Part Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 01/01/22 or as soon as possible.
- Apply by:
- 13 December 2021
Job overview
Term Time Only, 38 weeks core 30 hours per week (Intervention & Specialist
Support); 5 days INSET (6.5 hours per INSET day).
Responsible to: Headteacher & Governing Body
Purpose of Job
To work under the guidance of the class teacher/senior staff to:
help accelerate pupil progress and raise pupil achievement through targeted intervention and support, implementing agreed work programmes with individuals or groups of pupils in or out of the classroom
provide support (pastoral/behavioural/learning) in addressing the needs of pupils who require particular help to overcome barriers to learning
as agreed and with relevant training and support, provide specialist support for identified pupils with specific needs, ensuring their inclusion, their safety at all times and access to learning
support pupils during PPA as required and supervise classes occasionally during the short-term absence of the class teacher
provide First Aid
Duties and responsibilities
Supporting pupils
Foster curiosity, resilience, independence, confidence and effective collaboration for learning
Support pupils’ independent learning skills and help develop positive behaviours for learning
Under the guidance of and in close liaison with the class teacher/senior staff provide pastoral support for pupils
Support pupils in the implementation of individual behaviour support plans as required
Nurture individual pupil interests and create opportunities for success beyond the classroom
As agreed and with relevant training and support, provide specialist support for identified pupils with specific needs, ensuring their inclusion, their safety at all times and access to learning
Extend children’s learning through out of hours learning activities (at lunchtime and/or before/after-school activities) and opportunities for learning support (e.g. Early Learning, Breakfast Club)
Assist the teacher in providing challenge and stretch for children of all abilities and support pupil engagement
Supporting learning
Establish productive working relationships with staff and pupils, acting as a role model and setting high expectations at all times
Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils within the class and across the school
Encourage pupils to interact positively, work cooperatively with others and support the engagement of all pupils in their learning
Assist with the development and implementation of intervention and support programmes for pupils, including those with special educational needs
Help pupils to identify their own barriers to learning and ways in which these can be overcome
Provide feedback to pupils in relation to their progress and achievement and what they need to do next to move their learning forward
Promote independence and encourage pupils’ resourcefulness and self-reliance
Support pupils in developing positive behaviours for learning
Set high expectations for pupils’ learning and behaviour towards adults and each other
Help motivate pupils and to raise expectations of themselves and their achievements
Supporting teaching
Work with the class teacher and across the year group or phase to help establish an appropriate learning environment within and beyond the classroom
Liaise closely with the class teacher in the planning and implementation of interventions and learning activities to raise pupil achievement and target support effectively within the class.
Evaluate pupils’ responses to learning activities through observation and recording of learning and achievement against agreed objectives
Maintain records of pupils’ learning and achievement as agreed with the class teacher/senior staff
Support pupil self-assessment and review of learning and progress within lessons and over time
Implement agreed learning and intervention programmes, supporting consistency in practice across the school while adjusting activities according to pupils’ learning needs
Support the development of pupils learning skills, in particular their independence, resilience, confidence, ability to cooperate and learn as part of a team
Support the development of a distinctive Brookmead Curriculum and assist in the production of high-quality resources and opportunities to celebrate children’s learning and achievement.
To support pupils while learning is led by the parallel class teacher during PPA
To supervise pupils during the short-term or occasional absence of the class teacher.
To assist the teacher in the cycle of planning and assessment for specific areas of learning and for targeted pupil groups and in the management and preparation of resources;
To assist the teacher in identifying pupils across the ability range who are at risk of underachievement (vulnerable pupils)
Support for the school
Consistently demonstrate commitment to the school’s vision and values both within school and within the wider community, genuinely striving to bring learning to life and life to learning for all pupils, and contribute to the overall ethos and aims of the school
Liaise sensitively and professionally with parents and carers as agreed with the teacher/senior staff and participate as appropriate in review meetings with parents.
Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, pupil behaviour, health and safety, staff conduct, security, confidentiality and data protection and report all concerns to an appropriate member of the leadership team
Support the inclusion of all pupils and ensure all pupils have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop as individuals and as members of the school and wider community
Establish constructive relationships with school staff and with other agencies in liaison with the class teacher/senior staff, to help raise achievement and support pupil progress
Attend and participate in meetings as appropriate
Participate in training and other learning activities as required and actively seek opportunities for own professional development
Recognise own strengths and areas of expertise and use these to support and advise others
Assist in the training and induction of school staff as appropriate
Supervise pupils on visits and out of school activities as required
Person Specification
Experience
Experience of working with pupils of relevant age
Experience of working with pupils with additional or identified special educational needs
Qualifications & Training
Very good literacy and numeracy skills
NVQ3 or equivalent
First Aid training
Training in relevant interventions and learning programmes and approaches (e.g. Read Write Inc, Numicon, Maths Makes Sense, Fresh Start)
Start date: as soon as possible Contract: permanent term time only (+ 5 INSET DAYS)
Salary: £13000 – (£10.01 per hour) (30-hour contract National Joint Council (POINT 5) to be reviewed annually)
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Attached documents
About Brookmead School
- Brookmead School
- High Street, Ivinghoe, Leighton Buzzard
- Bedfordshire
- LU7 9EX
- United Kingdom
Brookmead School is a two-form entry Foundation Primary School for children aged 4 to 11 situated on the border of Ivinghoe and of Pitstone; we currently have 340 children on roll.
Brookmead is a happy, thriving, and successful school that nurtures the learning, confidence and individuality of all our children.
Our children achieve high standards in reading, writing, and mathematics; we inspire them to learn through an exciting, rich and relevant curriculum that embraces outdoor learning, sport, music and technology and enables them to develop confidence, independence, and an enthusiasm for learning that will stay with them throughout their lives.
Working closely with families and the wider community, we provide a learning experience that brings our vision to life and gives our children the knowledge, skills and understanding to help prepare them for life and work in the twenty-first century.
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