Are you a dedicated Teaching Assistant or HLTA with a passion for helping children succeed? Do you have the skills and experience to support Key Stage 2 pupils in achieving their potential during SATs preparation? If so, we'd love to hear from you! We are recruiting on behalf of a welcoming and inclusive school, where every child is encouraged to achieve their best. The school prides themselves on providing targeted support to meet the needs of all pupils. The Role We are seeking a proactive and skilled SATs Intervention Specialist with a background as a Teaching Assistant or HLTA to deliver focused interventions in Maths and English. This role involves working closely with small groups and individual pupils to support their learning, boost confidence, and prepare them for SATs assessments. Key Responsibilities
* Deliver tailored intervention sessions in Maths and English (Reading, Grammar, Punctuation, and Spelling) under the guidance of the class teacher.
* Identify areas where pupils need additional support and implement targeted strategies to address gaps in learning.
* Monitor and record pupil progress, providing feedback to teachers and parents as required.
* Support pupils' confidence and resilience, ensuring they feel prepared for SATs.
* Collaborate with teaching staff to ensure interventions align with the curriculum and classroom objectives.
* Create a positive, encouraging learning environment where pupils can thrive.
What We're Looking For * Qualifications: o A Level 2/Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or HLTA status is desirable. Experience o Previous experience supporting Key Stage 2 pupils, ideally in SATs preparation. o Proven ability to deliver targeted interventions in Maths and English. Skills o Strong knowledge of the KS2 curriculum, especially in core subjects. o Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. o A patient, empathetic, and enthusiastic approach to supporting children's learning. o The ability to manage small groups effectively and adapt teaching strategies to suit diverse learning needs. What We Offer
* A supportive and friendly school community.
* Opportunities for professional development and ongoing training.
* The chance to make a real difference in the lives of young learners.
* Access to excellent resources and a collaborative working environment.
Apply today or get in touch for more information! If you have not received a respsonse within 7 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occassion. For other available roles, please refer to our website. Dunbar Education is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding to ensure the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, to share this commitment. To adhere with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all registrations will be required to fill out our application form in, to receive work. This will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. Dunbar Education is an equal opportunities employer and recognises the value of and seeks to achieve a diverse workforce in schools. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. Dunbar Education is a member of ASPCo compliance plus, for more information please refer to our recruitment & selection policy statement