Teaching Assistant, ACE Schools WRAP - Camborne

Job Purpose:

Under the direction/instruction of Senior Staff, provide general support to students and staff, including preparation, routine maintenance of resources/equipment.

Responsibilities:

• Support for students in accessing learning activities in a variety of settings, including vocational placements and Learning Outside the Classroom, as directed by Teacher/Senior Staff to include:
• Support and encourage students to engage in learning activities, and promote Good Behaviour
• Assist with the supervision of students during off-site activities, including Training Placements
• Be aware of, and comply with Policies and Procedures relating to:- Child Protection; Health & Safety; Security; and Confidentiality – reporting all concerns to the Designated Person/s
• Be aware of, and support difference, and ensure all students have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop
• Provide support for the preparation of, and undertaking of examinations
• Be an effective role model for the standards of behaviour expected of students
• To support in the development of IEP’s

Support for the Academy to include:-

• Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the Service
• Appreciate and support the role of other professionals, and maintain positive working relationships
• Attend relevant meetings as required
• Participate in training, learning activities, performance development, and maintain record of own professional development

General Duties:

• As and when required, to undertake duties in connection with personal hygiene and welfare of students, as directed by teaching staff
• Provide clerical/admin support, e.g. attendance/absence, typing, photocopying, printing, display, baseline assessment
• Ensuring maintenance of a clean, safe, and orderly working environment
• Timely and accurate preparation of routine equipment, resources, materials, as instructed, ensuring quality/safety
• Undertake record keeping as directed
• Monitoring and arranging orderly and secure storage of learning resources

Experience & Job Knowledge:

Essential

• Experience of supporting young people with behavioural & learning difficulties
• Experience of supporting with the supervision of young people during off-site activities

Desirable

• Evidence of supporting in the writing of IEP’s and Pastoral Support Plans
• Evidence of involvement in extracurricular activities
• Evidence of supporting in developing / delivering differentiated programmes of work
• Knowledge of SEN and statutory assessment procedures, and the SEN Code of Practice
• Experience of working with young people who suffer from mental health complications

Skills:

Essential

• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work within school community teams, and wider community teams
• Ability to produce clear and accurate reports
• Ability to follow instructions, and to use initiative to work with young people in a variety of outreach placements, including Food & Nutrition, P.E./Outdoor Education, and Vocational placements
• Ability to work within corporate policies. Awareness of Equal Opportunities and Health & Safety, Child Protection Procedures and Safeguarding & Welfare
• Ability to maintain good discipline and challenge negative behaviour

Desirable

• Evidence of communicating & cooperating with a range of Children’s and Young People’s Services

Requirements:

Due to the nature of this role, applicants must have a valid driving licence and access to their own vehicle.

How to Apply

Download the Candidate Pack and Application form below. For more information or to apply, send a completed application to the HR Team at TFTrecruitment@deltservices.co.uk

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