Teaching Assistant
The Buckingham School
Buckinghamshire
- Expired
- Salary:
- Bucks Pay Range 1 (£16,032 - £18,305 FTE) Actual Salary £11,023 - £12,586
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- As soon as possible
- Apply by:
- 25 February 2020
Job overview
30 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (includes 5 Inset Days)
The Buckingham School is seeking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team. The successful candidate will be working to support students with special educational needs or disabilities in the classroom mostly, though not exclusively in English, Maths and Science. We are looking for colleagues who enjoy working with young people, have a flexible and positive approach and enjoys working as part of a team.
We are a thriving school with over 1000 students on roll, ranging from students aged 11-18.
Whilst academic achievement lies at the heart of what we do, we never forget the importance of fostering mutual respect and decency amongst our pupils. We believe that all our children have something to offer, and we are driven by a desire to find areas where each of them can excel.
We strive for “Success for All through Achievement, Challenge and Enjoyment”. We pride ourselves on our key objectives:
- A vibrant, exciting learning community
- Students develop knowledge, skills and qualities - and the qualifications – needed to thrive in life and work
- Innovation to enhance all learning opportunities
- Student ownership and responsibility
- A supportive and respectful environment
- An inclusive and proud school community
- Strong parent engagement and bond
How Will You…….
Support the Student
- To develop an understanding of the specific needs of pupils to be supported
- To develop a knowledge of a range of learning support needs relevant to the school and pupils
- To aid the pupil/s to learn as effectively as possible both in group situations and individually, inside and outside of the classroom
- To establish a supportive relationship with the pupil/s concerned
- To establish acceptance and inclusion of the pupil/s in the classroom
- To manage pupil/s as advised by the SEND Manager and Class Teacher
- To use methods of promoting/reinforcing the pupils’ self esteem
- To ensure the safety of the pupil/s while in your care
- To carry out any specific duties as outlined in the pupil/s Individual Educational Plan [IEP]
Support the SEND Manager and Class Teacher
- To assist the SEND Manager to develop a suitable programme of support and then carry out the programme, within the classroom or in a withdrawal situation
- To maintain the SEN team’s system of recording and monitoring of pupils’ progress
- To provide feedback about pupil/s’ difficulties and/or progress to the SEND Manager and Class Teacher
- To write reports about the pupil/s’ progress as requested by the SEND Manager
- To participate in the evaluation of the support programme, with the SEND Manager and Class Teacher
- To help adapt/find differentiated materials to enable pupil/s to access the class curriculum
- To report any problems about arrangements or any incidents to the SEND Manager, or if unavailable, to the Class Teacher
Support the School
- Where appropriate, to foster links between home and school
- To liaise, advise and consult with other members of the SEN Team
- To contribute to Annual Review meetings, as appropriate
- To participate in relevant professional development
- To be aware of/follow school policies and procedures
- To maintain confidentiality about home-school/pupil- teacher/school work matters
- To complete any other task as directed by the Headteacher
For further information and to apply, please see attached Job Description and download the application form from the school’s website www.buckinghamschool.org or click 'Apply' and you will be redirected.
Your letter of application and completed application form should be addressed to Mr A McGinnes, Headteacher, and sent to aallen@buckinghamschool.org
Closing date: 9.00am on Tuesday, 25th February 2020
Interview date: TBC
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and expects all staff to share this commitment. We are also committed in promoting community cohesion, healthy school and young enterprise.
Attached documents
About The Buckingham School
Located in Buckinghamshire, The Buckingham School is a co-educational, non-selective setting with approximately 1,200 students, including a growing Sixth Form.
We are committed to providing the best possible opportunities for every child. We are a caring, supportive and inclusive school, where everyone works together to achieve their very best.
We place great emphasis on developing resilient students, who feel inspired by the school and the opportunities ahead of them.
Headteacher
Mr. Andrew McGinnes
Values and Vision
Learning and progress are vital to our values. We promote a vibrant, exciting learning environment for everyone, encompassing flexible skill development, technological capability, skilful communication, and entrepreneurship, as well as providing breadth of knowledge, creativity, and sporting opportunities, both within and beyond the classroom, for all learners.
Ofsted report
“Sixth-form learners’ achievement has improved because teaching is better in practically all subjects. Learners are very good role models for younger pupils and contribute much to school life. Pastoral care, especially in Year 7 and for those who have special educational needs or disability, is very supportive. Practically all pupils enjoy school and behave well. They all feel safe. The school prepares pupils very well for their future health and safety. Career advice is good. Pupils successfully learn about spiritual, moral, social and cultural issues blended with an understanding of citizenship and British values. In many lessons, pupils work extremely hard and are totally absorbed by high-quality and challenging teaching.”
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